Aircraft
Ben-Gurion Airport operations disrupted by civilian drone intrusion, takeoffs and landings halted
The incident follows a July 23 N12 report regarding a potential complete civilian drone ban in all of Israel's airspace, amid growing fears of an Iranian attack against the Jewish state.
DHL plane hits unknown object over Germany, forcing unscheduled Hanover landing
FAA to investigate after Trump Marine One safety incident in Washington
Israeli technology works to prevent aircraft collisions after deadly firefighting crash in Athens
Wizz Air celebrates: 250th aircraft takes off on the way to a 500-plane fleet
Wizz Air, one of Europe’s fastest-growing airlines, celebrates its 250th aircraft and pledges to double its fleet in the next decade while keeping fares affordable.
Israeli airline Israir holds impromptu fashion show during flight to Rome
The new designs, in the airline’s signature palette, were presented live to passengers as the cabin briefly became a flying fashion venue.
Israeli Air Force jails 15 pilot cadets for violating isolation rules in potential security breach
The pilot cadets hosted visitors and drank alcohol at the hotel in violation of the IAF's rules, creating a risk of leaking classified information.
Chinese jets directed fire-control radar at Japanese aircraft, Japan says
The Chinese J-15 jets involved in the two incidents were launched from China's Liaoning aircraft carrier, which was maneuvering south of the Okinawan islands along with three missile destroyers.
Global airlines race to fix Airbus A320 glitch as recall disrupts travel worldwide
Airlines worked through the night after global regulators told them to remedy the problem before resuming flights.
Wizz CEO: We’re going to invest $1 billion in Israeli market
Váradi told the transportation minister during their meeting that “In the next three years, we will add 4,000 jobs in Israel, and about 500 employees will be hired directly by Wizz.”
Wizz Air steps back from Israel hub, citing poor economics and Ben Gurion slot gaps
The airline seeks "seventh freedom" rights to fly non-EU routes from Israel, threatening local carriers and stalling the highly anticipated hub plan.
Armenia pauses Indian Tejas deal after Dubai crash, Israeli suppliers brace for impact
An advanced version of the Tejas fighter jet, equipped with AESA radar technology and an electronic warfare system manufactured by Elta of Israel Aerospace Industries, is in production.
Supply and demand imbalance continues to cause decline in Israeli aviation industry, El Al VP says
"There is an imbalance between supply and demand in the world. There is a shortage in the supply chain, both of aircraft and of engines," explained Nadav Hanin.
Kenyan plane carrying Hungarian and German tourists crashes, 11 killed
The plane was carrying eight Hungarians and two Germans. "Sadly, there are no survivors," Mombasa Air Safari said in a statement.
