Originally Posted by misd-agin
Taxiway's would be more than long enough to allow an empty a/c, with a light fuel load, to takeoff from.
They only need enough fuel to fly to the nearest major airport where they could refuel. How far's Tel Aviv?
Beirut to Tel Aviv in the current (or indeed any normal) situation... really?
Larnaca would probably be a better bet for anything given diplomatic/Israeli military approval for a minimum fuel departure.
Terrible news... used to fly across from RAF Akrotiri to Beirut for regular weekend fixes whilst working for BFBS in Cyprus. Nothing like being met by a bloke with a gun who took you through customs etc!
Great place to visit and here's hoping for a safe outcome for all concerned.