Jet Jockey A4,
I have been in and out of Beirut many, many times over the past 20 years. First of all , ignore ARINC and any USA Foreign Affairs warnings. Get another flight planning agency. I flew into Baghdad, Basra, all of Afghanistan and Somolia for many years. The Lebanese people are lovely.They are kind and generous. The food is wonderful. Have the Flight planning agency set up the FBO, transportation and hotel. Your call - local hotel, Marriott etc. Beirut is safe. Do not wet your pants if you see the military out and about. They are there to protect you. When I read your letter I have the feeling that you are American - am I correct?
flaps78