Delta Air Lines extended its flight cancellations between New York-JFK and Tel Aviv through at least March 9. The carrier previously paused operations on the route through March 3.
The airline is providing flexible options for all customers with impacted travel. Delta also extended its travel waiver for the region through March 31.
The suspension responds to the evolving security environment in the Middle East. Concerns regarding regional turmoil and potential oil price spikes have weighed on the airline industry. Delta and other airline stocks declined as investors reacted to the ongoing uncertainty.