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In Ezra Unger's entanglement with New York authorities, the mess in a Williamsburg real estate project was revealed, including millions in advances taken from buyers, ownership disputes, and loss of control over the building. Alongside an affidavit in which he claims he cannot pay the fine, it is alleged that in the Arkia deal, too, he is 'merely a broker who brings no money from home'.

An Arkia plane en route to Mykonos landed in Athens due to a technical malfunction. Israelis have been stuck on board for over an hour and are demanding to leave, against crew instructions. Among the passengers is music producer Skazi.

An Indian father who boarded an Indigo flight did not suspect that his daughter was part of the flight attendant crew. When he realized this, he could not contain his excitement. Watch the moment that moved millions.

Flying cheaply during the holidays: The Israeli airline is launching a special 24-hour-only sale, covering the month of September and the sought-after Tishrei holidays — starting from $170 round trip.

The plane departing from Israel was diverted to an airport different from its destination. This led to significant delays and a tedious transfer process between countries, causing a major disruption to the flight schedule.

In a period of exorbitant prices, a passenger claims that El Al forced a voucher on him instead of a refund. "A company that exploits the fact that it has no real competition right now, traps us in opaque bureaucracy, and holds people's money hostage."

The court approved a settlement in a class action lawsuit against Flydubai. Passengers who purchased a connecting ticket but failed to reach their final destination due to a segment cancellation will be eligible for additional refunds via financial vouchers.

Alongside a $32 million loss in the first half of 2026, Israir is banking on its new New York route, state compensation, and a recovery in demand to return to a growth trajectory.

In the second quarter of 2026, Israir Group recorded record revenue, but Operation "Lion's Roar", the strengthening of the shekel, and a jump in fuel prices made it a loss-making quarter. At the same time, the company received approval to sell tickets for direct flights to New York - the first entry of an Israeli competitor into one of the most profitable routes in the world.

The Israeli airline Israir presented its results for the second quarter of 2026, reporting a loss of 35.5 million dollars. The results were impacted by flight cancellations during Operation "Roar of the Lion," rising fuel prices, and currency fluctuations.

A Blue Bird flight to Crete scheduled for 14:00 was delayed at the airport, leaving passengers stuck inside the aircraft on the ground for about an hour and a half. Air conditioning was minimal despite the intense August heat. Some passengers called the police and banged on the cockpit door until a door was opened for ventilation. Blue Bird apologized, citing heavy air traffic congestion in...

German airline Condor has resumed regular flights to Tel Aviv, 70 years after its first arrival in the country. The company's VP of Marketing and Communications discusses the strong demand for the Frankfurt route and the benefits for connecting passengers.

The Israeli aviation giant released its financial results for the second quarter of 2026, according to which its aircraft fleet has grown. It also revealed that in the future it expects to add additional aircraft to its fleet, which will allow for the expansion of services.

The court ruled that Israeli passengers who purchased a flight subscription under the "All You Can Fly" program and were unable to use it during periods when the company stopped flying to Israel will receive an automatic extension of membership at no additional cost.

Arkia airline is launching a special promotion, offering a 15% discount on vacation packages for August and the Tishrei holidays. The limited-time offer includes the most popular destinations, including Greece, Cyprus, London, and Thailand.

The El Al customer club has become a highly profitable asset for the airline, with margins comparable to the high-tech sector. In the first half of the year, the club's profit jumped 22% to $38 million. The transition of the Fly Card credit card operation to Isracard is expected to drive further business growth.

Israir shareholders approved the investment deal in the new 'Super Fly' customer club with a 99% majority. The deal values the club at approximately 315 million shekels, with Israir's share reflecting a value of about 31.5 million shekels.

The Flyyo airline, owned by the Mayberg family, is preparing for its biggest move since its acquisition and is embarking on a new path in Europe that will also directly affect passengers in Israel.

Private equity firm Apollo Global Management will acquire easyJet in a deal valued at $7.7 billion. The acquisition is moving forward after competing investment firm Castlelake withdrew its bid.

The airline owned by the businessman has recorded a historic peak day in its history, while simultaneously preparing for a significant expansion with the introduction of two new aircraft for long-haul flights to New York.

A group of 28 Israeli passengers successfully obtained a court order in the Netherlands to seize equipment from a Blue Bird aircraft at Schiphol Airport. The move was a response to a flight cancellation two years ago.

Following complaints from passengers and employees, the company decided to cancel the old weight limit but impose a new charge, completely changing the flight experience.

At the peak of the summer season, passengers on an Arkia flight encountered drama just before landing at their destination. Due to weather conditions that prevented landing, the plane was forced to divert to another airport.

El Al airline reported its second-quarter results, showing a 27% revenue increase to $986 million and a doubled net profit of $132 million amid record demand.

Despite losses from Operation "Lion's Roar," El Al doubled its net profit to 125.9 million dollars, driven by strong demand and higher pricing. The airline expects this momentum to continue into the third quarter.

Passengers on an Air Haifa flight to Larnaca were stuck on board the plane in the heavy August heat: "There were babies, children, and adults there. People were banging on the doors."

The Tel Aviv Small Claims Court has ordered Israir to pay 5,750 shekels to a family stranded in Austria for two weeks following a flight cancellation during Operation 'Am Kelavi'.

Spir Ifragan has announced her departure after a short tenure overseeing revenue, route networks, and commercial operations at the Israeli airline. The company has not yet provided a response.

Arkia is strengthening its service division with the appointment of Mira Fizitzki as Director of Customer Experience. CEO Oz Berlovitz stated this move is a key pillar in the company's ongoing modernization efforts.

The Israeli airline El Al is undergoing a major strategic transformation to strengthen its brand and improve customer experience. Nadav Hanin, VP of Marketing and Digital, has been named Marketer of the Month.

After Arkia claimed that the reality stars were taking revenge on it following a late arrival for a flight, they launched a sharp counter-attack regarding the incident at the airport and revealed a surprising statement by a company flight attendant.

Amid security tensions, many Israelis chose to fly with local airlines for peace of mind, only to face flight delays and a lack of support from Arkia.

For a decade, mentalist Lior Suchard was the face of El Al's in-flight safety video. Today, the airline launched a new series of videos, marking the end of an era for the iconic clip.

Following El Al's expansion into hotel bookings, Air Haifa is launching a new service allowing passengers to book accommodation directly via its website, centralizing the entire vacation planning process.

A nap before a flight from New York to Los Angeles turned into a heated confrontation in first class after a passenger occupied another's seat and refused to move because her own seat was broken. The viral video has sparked a debate over seat rights and upgrades.

El Al is retiring its iconic safety video after nearly a decade with mentalist Lior Suchard. The airline is launching a new series featuring top-tier stars, though presenter Niv Sultan will not be part of the project.