The US will limit the total of KC-135 Stratotankers at Ben Gurion Airport to the new limit, according to Israel’s transport minister. Initial reports suggested that a stoppage in US aerial refueling flights could disrupt tens of thousands of flight tickets. Israel had already barred more aircraft from landing. The KC-135 remains a vital asset for mid-air refueling in the area. The reduced cap aims to reduce airport delays but still keeping restricted refueling support.