Flights
Jewish, Muslim, Christian Jerusalem Old City vendors say reduced tourism is harming businesses
Vendors pointed to a shortage of flights, high airfares, and lingering fears abroad about security as the main reasons traffic into Israel has suffered.
United Airlines to resume San Francisco-Tel Aviv route, boasts of most business class seats offered
Exotic Moroccan destination returns to Israeli aviation map
'Father-daughter duo': Arkia announces first female captain in airline's history
Not just to New York: Arkia introduces business class on flights to Europe
For the first time on its European routes, Arkia launches a business class on its Paris route with spacious seating, VIP service, lounge access, extended baggage allowance, and prices from $849.
Spirit Airlines begins 'orderly' shutdown, cancels all flights
The collapse of Spirit, a company that helped keep fares lower in markets where it competed with major carriers, will result in thousands of job losses.
Arkia launches first business class service to Europe with Tel Aviv-Paris route
Arkia launches its first-ever business-class service on the Tel Aviv-Paris route, expanding its premium options.
Two or three European airlines could go bankrupt because of fuel squeeze, says Ryanair CEO
Wizz Air called Ryanair’s bankruptcy suggestions “categorically untrue."
Plane crash near Juba, South Sudan, kills all 14 aboard, civil aviation authority confirms
A Cessna 208 crashed near Juba, killing 14, including 2 Kenyans, after losing communication during flight, SSCAA confirmed.
Samsonite luggage takes prime-time spotlight in Big Brother Israel 2026
The brand’s UPSCAPE summer edition entered the Reshet 13 reality show with bold limited-edition colors, a 145-liter capacity, and a recommended price of NIS 1,550.
El Al expands in a big way: Here’s what’s planned for the new fleet
El Al is purchasing six Boeing 787-9 aircraft with an option for six more. Some will be upgraded to the 787-10 model, with the fleet expected to grow from 17 aircraft to 28 by decade’s end.
Lufthansa cuts 20,000 flights as fuel costs surge, travel expert warns of more turmoil ahead
The company primarily targets less profitable routes from Germany’s two largest hubs. Affected passengers are being notified and offered alternative travel dates.
Revolution at 30,000 feet: Airline launches sleeping pods in economy class
Air New Zealand introduces economy sleeping pods on ultra-long-haul flights, offering passengers four hours of rest for an extra fee, targeting travelers who cannot afford business class.
This is what El Al’s new luxury lounge looks like after the renovation
Following a comprehensive renovation, the luxury lounge in Terminal 3 is reopening with new seating areas, workspaces, and advanced infrastructure for the company’s Top Platinum customers.
