Airlines
Israir airline in talks to purchase rival Arkia in bid to compete against foreign carriers - report
Local media have reported that privately owned Arkia has recently suffered a loss, and though its results have not been published its owners said the airline had fallen into a "crisis."
After Morocco, Tokyo ticket troubles, Arkia launches discounted eSIM deal for passengers
Lufthansa Group says crews will not spend overnights in Israel amid Iran threat - report
El Al net profits decline despite increased passenger traffic, record third-quarter revenue
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.
Iran war drives jet fuel surge, disrupts travel routes, testing European airlines
"There is a risk that we'll see rationing of fuel supply, particularly in Asia and Europe," Willie Walsh, head of the International Air Transport Association, told Reuters.
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.
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.
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.
