On July 7, 2025, the Lebanese Army demonstrated its commitment to regional cooperation by deploying two military helicopters from Qlayaat Airport in Akkar to assist in extinguishing wildfires in Syria’s Latakia countryside. This operation, initiated by Lebanese authorities, underscores the…
A National Treasure Prepares to Reopen. Tucked away in the Nahr al-Kalb valley, just 18 kilometers north of Beirut, the Jeita Grotto stands as one of Lebanon’s most iconic natural wonders. The Lebanese Ministry of Tourism has announced that this…
A recent claim that Middle East Airlines (MEA), Lebanon’s national carrier, was planning a test flight from Beirut’s Rafic Hariri International Airport to Qlayaaat Airport in northern Lebanon has been thoroughly debunked as false. The rumor, which spread across social…
New Ferry Service Launched from Jounieh Port in 2025, Connecting Lebanon and Cyprus JOUNIEH, Lebanon – April 30, 2025 – The bustling coastal city of Jounieh, just north of Beirut, has ushered in a new era of maritime connectivity with…
PM Vows Action: Tenders, Plans, and Jobs Take Flight in Akkar Qlayaat, Lebanon, March 25, 2025 Prime Minister Nawaf Salam touched down by helicopter at René Moawad Airport in Qlayaat today, igniting hope in Lebanon’s north with a bold pledge:…
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s ultra-low-cost carrier, has announced an exciting addition to its flight network: a new route connecting Abu Dhabi to Beirut, Lebanon’s vibrant capital. Set to launch on June 4, 2025, this move underscores the airline’s…
Nestled in the Akkar region of northern Lebanon, Qlayaat Airport officially named René Mouawad Air Base carries the airport code KYE. This three-letter identifier, assigned by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), is more than just a shorthand; it encapsulates…
