Airlines
Haifa Airport proves reliable while Ben-Gurion navigates chaos, but growth limits remain
"Haifa Airport is experiencing significant momentum, with an impressive increase in the number of passengers and flights and the expansion of flight options for residents of the north," said the IAA.
Israir receives FAA operational approval, expects to start selling tickets to US 'soon'
'Father-daughter duo': Arkia announces first female captain in airline's history
Serious management failures caused Ben-Gurion Airport strike, says former IAA chief
Iranian passenger plane destroyed in US strikes on Mashhad International Airport - report
The US has not officially taken responsibility for the strike.
Several airlines to reinstate flights to Israel in coming weeks
Greek carrier Blue Bird, set to resume flights on Sunday, will be the first foreign carrier to return to Israel since the skies largely closed following the start of Operation Roaring Lion.
Airline pilots fear retribution over refusing to fly in Middle East, aviators' group says
Airline pilots express widespread safety concerns flying in the Middle East during the Iran conflict, fearing retribution from airlines for refusing high-risk assignments.
El Al demands changes to passenger compensation law
According to the company's estimates, on days when there was no commercial flight activity at all, the direct damage was about $5 million per day.
This is the best airline in the world in 2026
The Skytrax and AirlineRatings ranking again reveals Asian dominance in the world’s best airports, with Turkish Airlines being the best airline in Europe.
Arkia cancels Jordan flights after authorities block approvals, limiting alternatives from Israel
Some of the flights have been rerouted to Taba, where Egypt has doubled the crossing fee.
Israel issues notice: Ben-Gurion Airport flights likely restricted until at least April 16 - report
Channel 13 reported that Israel issued a NOTAM indicating Ben-Gurion Airport flights may remain restricted until at least April 16 amid ongoing attacks from Iran and Hezbollah.
El Al Airlines to operate at 5% capacity after Israeli government limits traffic
Late on Sunday, Transportation Minister Miri Regev opted to scale back the number of takeoffs and landings from Ben-Gurion to one incoming flight and one outgoing flight per hour.
Gulf airlines recovering slowely as Iran war drags on
The war on Iran has affected fares and demand, with Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai, Qatar Airways, and Air Arabia seeing flight numbers drop to near-zero after the war began on February 28.
El Al urges opening of Ramon Airport as Ben-Gurion flights drop to 50 passengers
Until now, 120 to 150 passengers were allowed on a departing flight, but as of Monday morning, only 50 passengers will be allowed.