An El Al flight was sent back to Israel after eight hours in the air due to the snowstorm that hit the northeastern coast of the United States on Monday.

El Al Flight 1027 was flying near Corsica in southern Europe when it received the message that Newark Liberty International Airport, where it was scheduled to land, had suspended landings due to the heavy snows, high winds and poor visibility. After discussing several options, including transferring to a North American airline, the decision was ultimately made to return to Ben Gurion Airport.

The airplane touched down safely at Ben Gurion Airport a few hours later.

Thanks to the storm, Newark Airport had widespread cancellations and delays. Once the airport resumes regular operations, the flight will be rescheduled, according to an El Al official.