Airlines

Canada seeks private investment via long-term concessions for four largest airports, Carney says

"(We) will retain ownership of the underlying land and assets, but we will unlock their true value by bringing in new capital and expertise into their operations and growth."

An Air Canada Express Jazz Aviation Mitsubishi CRJ-900ER airplane lands at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport after arriving from Toronto on August 13, 2026 in Arlington, Virginia.
FILE PHOTO: A view of the runway from the tower control room at military airport in the suburb of Mezzeh Saturday, 12th September 2026, 08:00

Syrian private airport plans spark outcry over mass graves, land rights

 A United Airlines flight lands at Ben-Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv, March 31, 2025; illustrative.

Returning to Tel Aviv: First United Airlines flight since February lands at Ben-Gurion Airport

Airbus A321 aircraft, Arkia.

Arkia announces first direct flight to Manila, Philippines, opening January 2027


Delta, United Airlines return to Israel in time for High Holy Days, other carriers follow

Regarding European carriers, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is set to restart its Copenhagen-Tel Aviv route starting October 26, with the company operating four round-trip Airbus A320neo flights weekly.

A Delta Air Lines Airbus A330 airplane departs from Harry Reid International Airport en route to Atlanta on March 15, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada; Illustrative.

Mount Anak Krakatau eruption grounds over 200 flights at Jakarta airport

Ash was identified as high as 20,000 feet (6,000 meters) on the Java side of the volcano and a plume of up to 50,000 feet (15,000 meters) on the Sumatra side.

Lava streams down from Anak Krakatau (Child of Krakatoa) volcano during an eruption as seen from Rakata island in South Lampung on July 19, 2018.

Russia bars El Al route to St. Petersburg as punishment for blocking Aeroflot flights - report

El Al's push for a new flight route to Russia comes after the suspension of the Tel Aviv-Moscow route in June due to the security situation amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.

El Al airplane.

A time for flight renewals: Delta’s and United’s return puts stamp on Israeli victory - comment

When the American airline giants agree to renew flights to Israel, it means the global gatekeepers have officially declared the crisis contained.

 WHEN THE American giants 'put their stamps' on our skies, it means the global gatekeepers have officially declared the crisis contained., says the writer.

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.

Haifa Airport.

Israir receives FAA operational approval, expects to start selling tickets to US 'soon'

Israir already has approval from the Federal Aviation Administration and the Department of Transportation, and it expects to start selling tickets to New York for October flights.

An Israir Airlines plane takes off from Ben Gurion International Airport, outside Tel Aviv, August 4, 2026.

'Father-daughter duo': Arkia announces first female captain in airline's history

Adar Madutzky became the first female captain in the airline's history, and she is also the daughter of Arkia's Embraer fleet captain, Tal Madutzky.

From right to left: Tal Madutzky, Arkia Captain; Adar Madutzky, Arkia Captain; and Noam Adar, Arkia Fleet Manager.

Serious management failures caused Ben-Gurion Airport strike, says former IAA chief

"The matter is simple. Ultimately, this should not have happened. This was a wildcat and unjustified strike, even though Pinchas does not call it a strike," Marom said.

Thousands of passengers wait at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv after a strike was announced, August 20, 2026.

Passenger burned after laptop computer catches fire aboard American Airlines flight to Dallas

The incident comes as the FAA continues to warn about the dangers lithium-ion rechargeable batteries pose to aircraft, including those found in laptops, cell phones, and other common devices.

 An American Airlines Airbus A321 airplane departs from Los Angeles International Airport en route to Dallas on October 17, 2025 in Los Angeles, California; Illustrative.

Ben-Gurion Airport delays stretch into third day as strike effects continue

IAA workers’ union chairman Pinchas Idan rejected allegations of responsibility during an interview with KAN, instead blaming the airport manager for the chaos.

Passengers at the Ben Gurion International airport near Tel Aviv, August 23, 2026.