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Israir Airlines shares lag behind El Al amid war challenges, but CEO Uri Sirkis predicts a profitable 2026, driven by strong summer traffic and new growth engines.

Israir CEO Uri Sirkis remains optimistic despite a 20% stock drop over the past year, pointing to strategic growth engines, fleet expansion, and its lucrative Cyprus maintenance center.

IsrAir CEO Uri Sirkis says the airline's growth potential outpaces El Al. Despite fuel cost pressures, IsrAir targets 3 million passengers next year through fleet expansion, long-haul routes, and its Larnaca maintenance center.

Israeli businessman Rami Levy's airline, Israir, has launched a winter promotional campaign with European flights starting from $99 one-way, expanding its competitive pricing model into aviation.

Rami Levy's SuperFly club launched flights to New York for $909 through March 2027, offering significant savings compared to the market average.

Israir has frozen plans to expand flights to Marrakech following new security directives. Ticket sales have been suspended pending final security assessments.

Israir has become the world's first airline to adopt the ARD standard, allowing AI agents to seamlessly discover and book flights via a dedicated digital catalog.

A bizarre missing persons case involving a Modiin mother and daughter takes multiple twists, from Argentina to false arrest claims in Namibia, as they finally head back to Israel.

Israir launches a new direct route to New York with a $1 million campaign, expanding its long-haul operations following the $85 million acquisition of Airbus A330 wide-body aircraft.

Israir plans a 10 million dollar expansion of its BIRD Aviation maintenance center in Cyprus and advances New York flight sales, following a recent 13 percent stock surge.

Israir advances New York summer 2027 ticket sales by two weeks amid high demand, offering over 41 international destinations alongside its extensive seasonal schedule.

Israeli airlines Arkia and Israir are launching rescue flights from Dubai to bring back stranded citizens after Emirati flights were suspended following a security incident over Jordan.

Israeli airline stocks surged following an attempted hijacking scare on a Flydubai flight from the UAE to Israel that diverted to Saudi Arabia. El Al shares jumped 7.82%, and Israir soared 6.72% amid expectations of reduced foreign competition.

An El Al flight from Tel Aviv to Miami returned to Israel after six hours in the air due to a technical issue. Passengers will receive a refund or alternative flight.

Israir flight IS723 to Budapest returned to Ben Gurion Airport due to a suspected technical malfunction, landing safely while passengers were transferred to a replacement plane.

Israir has announced its spring-summer 2027 flight schedule, featuring over 41 international destinations and four new routes to Split, Sarajevo, Bologna, and Preveza.

Israir is expanding its Moroccan destinations by applying for direct flights to Casablanca alongside Marrakech, enabling flexible open-jaw itineraries for Israeli travelers.

Israir is expanding its flight route to Marrakech, Morocco, offering three weekly flights starting in November with flexible vacation options starting at $360.

Israir airline completed its historic inaugural flight from Ben Gurion Airport to New York's JFK, marking a major milestone in the company's expansion under CEO Uri Sirkis.

Israir has canceled its planned flights to Morocco due to operational hurdles, while El Al's subsidiary Sun Dour steps in to launch twice-weekly flights to Marrakech starting November.

Israir launches direct flights to New York as the third Israeli carrier on the route. While holiday prices remain high, post-holiday fares drop significantly.

Israir and Issta offer a $100 discount coupon on direct flights to New York for bookings made through September 14, alongside a rising demand for hotel reservations.

Rami Levy supermarket chain launches special Tishrei holiday discounts for Superfly credit card holders, offering low prices on food and wine alongside accumulated Israir flight points.

Israir, owned by Rami Levy, opens ticket sales for Tel Aviv-New York flights on its newly acquired Airbus A330 fleet. Flights start September 15, 2026, with prices ranging from $1,600 to $1,900.

Israir is set to launch flights to New York on September 15, but high ticket prices starting at $1,900 during the holidays and $1,600 afterward offer little relief compared to cheaper winter rates from El Al and US carriers.

Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are resuming direct flights to Ben Gurion Airport. This move significantly increases travel options to the US and intensifies competition on the popular New York route.

The airline is collaborating with the Enosh association to mark International Mental Health Day. As part of the initiative, flight crews are distributing special postcards and encouraging passengers at an altitude of 30,000 feet to reach out to their loved ones.

Israir has completed the regulatory process required to operate regular flights to the USA. Ticket sales are expected to open soon, and it is possible that flights will begin even before the date planned for October. At the same time, Delta and United are preparing to return to Israel next month, and the market for flights to the USA is expected to grow significantly.

Israir has completed all requirements and received flight permits to operate routes to North America, with ticket sales expected to open shortly.

Disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport continue to affect airline operations, and the Israir flight schedule has not yet returned to normal. The company reports that some flights continue to depart and land, but at the same time, a number of flights are on hold, and the entire schedule is currently affected by the disruptions at the airport.

Despite being the largest carrier, El Al ranks behind Israir in the monthly index of online purchases by Israelis. In the back-to-school sector, Delta and Fox are leading the growth.

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.

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.

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.

Israir has announced that it will begin selling tickets for its new New York route next Tuesday. The first flights are scheduled for October 19, 2026, pending final approval from U.S. aviation authorities.

After a long period of anticipation for federal approvals, the Israeli airline Israir has secured the right to sell tickets to the US. The company has officially opened bookings for flights starting October 19, 2026.

Ahead of the launch of the new direct route to New York, Israir CEO Uri Sirkis discusses in an exclusive interview the preparations, the timeline for regulatory approval, and the competitive pricing strategy.

The first 10,000 new applicants for the SuperFly credit card will be eligible for a free Israir flight ticket, provided they spend 10,000 shekels within four months. Existing Rami Levy customers will be automatically migrated to the new card, which offers points for flights and hotel stays. We analyze the terms and how it compares to existing market offerings.

Rami Levy, Israir, and Isracard are launching SuperFly: cardholders will accumulate dollars on every purchase to redeem on Israir flights and vacation packages, alongside unique launch benefits and savings at the Rami Levy chain.

Rami Levy, Israir, and Isracard are launching a new credit card that allows earning dollars on every daily purchase in Israel and abroad, offering a special launch benefit to the first ten thousand customers.

The airline Israir, owned by the businessman, announces a highly sought-after European destination to which it will fly three times a week, with round-trip ticket prices starting at $340.

Dutch airline KLM will resume service to Amsterdam on August 25. United Airlines returns in September with two daily flights to Newark, Israir is preparing for New York flights, and Lufthansa Group will reach up to 67 weekly flights ahead of the holidays.

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 airline received approval from the Civil Aviation Authority and authorization from the US Department of Transportation, and is now waiting only for the approval of the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to be able to operate flights to New York. Also: The Strauss Group is launching an initiative inviting Israelis to discover the North through trips. Events and appointments.

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.

The airline and businessman Rami Levy have reached a significant milestone in their expansion into the American aviation market after receiving final operational approvals from Israeli authorities. The company is now awaiting final clearance from the FAA, with flights expected to launch soon.

The airline is launching a major promotion for the Tishrei holiday period and the pre-holiday season, featuring vacation packages to popular European destinations. Additionally, the company offers a "cancellation shield" that allows travelers to cancel their vacation up to a week before departure.

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'.

Many Israelis are already starting to book their Rosh Hashanah vacations, but a price check shows that even for the same destination and dates, costs can vary significantly. Choosing one airline over another can save a family tens or even hundreds of dollars. A check conducted by C14 on Tuesday revealed gaps of tens of percent for identical routes.

On Thursday, shareholders will meet to approve the deal; the airline controlled by Rami Levy and Shalom Haim will pay 15 million shekels to acquire 10% of the shares of the Rami Levy club company.