Aviation

US military planes harming Israeli commercial activity, airports chief says

Sharon Kedmi told KAN's Reshet Bet radio station that 70% of activity at the airport is limited because of the space and resources being taken up by American military activity.

US Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker takes off at Ben-Gurion Airport, March 5, 2026.
US Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker takes off at Ben-Gurion Airport, March 5, 2026.

US refueling aircraft to stay at Ben-Gurion Airport until the end of 2027 - report

Arkia aircraft Airbus a321neo LR arrives for a welcome ceremony after his landing at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Tel Aviv on November 13, 2018.

Arkia to add flights to Saigon, expanding Vietnam operations

An Airbus A320-271N aircraft by German airline Lufthansa city prepares to land at the Frankfurt International Airport, Frankfurt am Main, western Germany, on May 6, 2026.

EU aviation agency extends its recommendation against flying to Israel, Gulf states


A revolution in the skies: How a curved wing saves airlines millions of dollars

Wingtip curves are now a key feature of modern aviation. Though they seem like a design detail, they have saved the industry billions and reduced air pollution.

El Al Plane.

Wizz Air CEO: Our plan is to establish a base in Israel in April

After a meeting with Wizz Air's CEO, the company announced it will launch a base in Israel in April. Regev welcomed the move, stressing commitment to competition against high prices.

WIZZ AIR Plane.

The new marvel: Boeing unveils groundbreaking plane exciting airlines

The American aircraft company’s 777X series features folding wings, a modular cabin, and large windows – designed to enhance the flight experience and reduce fuel consumption.

The new Boeing 777X.

Israir eyes two Airbus A330 jets in bid to expand long-haul routes

Israir is in talks to buy two Airbus A330 jets as it ramps up long-haul service ahead of Wizz Air’s push into the Israeli market.

An Israir flight takes off at the Ben Gurion International Airport, outside of Tel Aviv, August 25, 2024

Do you have BUYME vouchers? Now you can fly with them

BUYME and Arkia now let customers pay for flights, vacation packages, and extras with BUYME vouchers - a first in the Israeli aviation industry.

New Arkia leased aircraft.

Arkia honors veteran captain after 44 years in the cockpit

Capt. Yossi Arueti, one of the airline's most veteran pilots, was honored with a farewell event, held in the presence of former air force chiefs and senior figures in Israeli business.

Arkia Airlines has held a farewell event for Capt. Yossi Arueti, one of its most veteran and respected pilots, marking the end of a 44-year flying career, including 37 years with the company, Arkia said in a statement.

FAA to end mandated cuts in domestic US flights

The FAA lifts flight cuts at 40 US airports after staffing concerns decline, signaling a return to normal operations.

An American Airlines aircraft takes off as airlines cancelled flights at 40 major airports after the government imposed an unprecedented cut to air travel, citing air traffic control safety concerns because of a record-setting government shutdown, in Boston, Massachusetts, US, November 7, 2025.

Middle East's regional aircraft fleet to more than double by 2044, Airbus says

Airbus expects passenger traffic in the Middle East to grow at a compound annual rate of 4.4% over the next two decades.

 An Airbus A320-214 passenger aircraft of Lufthansa airline, takes off from Malaga-Costa del Sol airport, in Malaga, Spain, May 3, 2024.

US airlines reduce flight cuts for Friday despite 6% FAA order

US airlines canceled fewer flights than required on Friday, with just a 1.4% cut, after the FAA eased the flight-reduction mandate.

A plane approaches Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, more than a month into the ongoing US government shutdown, in Arlington, Virginia, US, November 11, 2025.

USDOT to start flight cuts at 4% Friday, sources say, rising to 10% next week

US transportation secretary confirms reduction at 40 major airports starting Friday after the gov't shutdown left 63,000 workers without pay, worsening staff shortages and increasing delays.

US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy holds a press conference on the impact of the ongoing federal government shutdown on air travel, at LaGuardia Airport in the Queens borough of New York City, U.S., October 28, 2025.