Thanks for the detailed descriptions of what is going on with long distance air travel.
I also know the feeling with my parents and son 24+ hours away in Sydney.
My Mum is desperate to come and see her 6 month old granddaughters for the first time but can't even enter Israel as Israel is not allowing non-citizens to enter.
My son is an Israeli citizen but sending a 13 year old on crazy routes is a bit concerning. He's done it before pre-COVID.
We are waiting until mandatory quarantine ends.
I am sure your son would be fine as they would really look after him, as you know, airline staff are great. I do know it would also be better to wait as mandatory detention is tough on people. I'm glad you got something out of this as there's not alot out there unless it's super negative. I was quite worried before I left but needn't have been. Hope you get to reunite family soon xx