Aviation

The Israel Pilots' Association criticizes foreign flight suspensions, citing Israel's top-tier air defense and calling for an updated national aviation strategy — last reviewed in 2008

Ben Gurion Airport swiftly returns to full operation after nearby missile fall; Airport chief reassures: safety is paramount, and airlines are working closely with authorities to maintain smooth travel

In a major upgrade to passenger experience, Israir is outfitting all nine of its aircraft with onboard internet – aligning itself with global aviation airlines like United, and Delta, and signaling a bold new era for Israeli short-haul travel

The Romanian airline deepens its presence in the Israeli market with growing ACMI and charter activity, and a third aircraft expected to join the fleet this month

Announced at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, the renewed agreement strengthens Dubai’s position as a global cruise hub and deepens collaboration between two leading brands to enhance air-sea connectivity, premium travel experiences, and market expansion

The airline announces an extension of its Diamond Elite partnership with the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), representing over 90% of the global fleet. This move positions Dubai as a key global center for cruise tourism and enhances Emirates' presence in the cruise market

During the ATM tourism fair in Dubai, Emirates announced a global expansion move including aviation agreements with seven new countries. The move features luxury destinations, an upgraded fleet, and a renewed premium experience, reinforcing the airline’s status as a global leader

Air France-KLM strengthens female leadership at the top: Florence Parly appointed as Chair of the Board, alongside Marjan Rintel, CEO of KLM, and Anne Rigail, CEO of Air France

Airports report power supply restored with generator support; Metro almost fully operational; National rail service announces 50% train restoration in Madrid

Belgium Faces a Day of Chaos: Due to a nationwide strike, all flights at Charleroi Airport are canceled. Brussels Airport expects substantial disruption. Rail services will also be impacted

Lufthansa's 'Tray Tracker' Initiative Enhances Meal Offerings and Cuts Waste, Started in Frankfurt, Extended to Munich, Soon Across All Group Airlines

The national airline of the United Arab Emirates has introduced its luxurious and renowned business class experience - for the first time on short and medium-haul flights, on the narrow-body Airbus A321LR. So, what awaits you in the indulgent Prestige class?

What was the British airline's reasoning behind cancelling the route to Ben Gurion Airport? IATA's CEO in Israel: "International regular aviation cannot operate for long without operational certainty". And is there a connection to the Turkish airlines story?

The UK based airline will not resume the route between Tel Aviv and London Heathrow: "After examination, we will continue serving ths Israeli passengers through our codeshare agreement with EL-AL"

The preservation of Turkish Airlines' takeoff and landing slots has ended; Israeli airlines seek to use the available slots to expand flight offerings

Amid the tragic accident of American Eagle flight and economic pressures affecting demand, American Airlines reported a quarterly loss of $473 million — yet highlights achievements in its loyalty program and expresses confidence in sustaining long-term growth path

The plane crashed during a routine exercise near the shores of Phetchaburi Province, close to Hua Hin Airport. Investigations reveal that the pilots attempted to steer the plane towards the sea to prevent a crash in populated areas, possibly avoiding a more severe disaster. All details

Wizz Air's training center opened its doors for Passport Group's experiential day in Budapest. Here’s what we did there - and there's a riddle

As part of its strategic growth plan, SAUDIA strengthens its global network with 10 additional aircraft, advancing toward an ambitious 2030 vision of 250 destinations and 150 million annual passengers

As part of early preparations for the upcoming season, EasyJet offers over 138,000 new flights to 160 destinations across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East - including a return to flights from Israel this year

Daily flights to Saudi Arabia and South Korea, regional partnerships, and a culturally adapted flying experience - Virgin Atlantic continues to deepen its presence in the Asian market

In a special report from Wizz Air’s HQ in Budapest, PassportNews covers the airline’s urgent call to action: bold green initiatives, and a clear message — governments must act now to protect aviation’s future

Taking off toward the U.S.: Israir targets Passover 2026 for first flights, with final clearance expected by June

Israeli tourism is surging — Dubai leads, Rome and Budapest are booming, and New York is on the decline. Here's where Israelis are flying in early 2025

Europe’s first airport to operate three independent runways simultaneously sets a new global benchmark in air traffic capacity and efficiency

The American airline will become the official airline provider for the 2026 World Cup in North America – alongside Qatar Airways, FIFA's global airline partner until 2030. Together they will provide international and local connectivity for 104 matches across 16 cities in three countries

The team from Greece's second largest airline announced their participation in the IMTM tourism fair in Tel Aviv. Will we soon see the company flying to Israel, and what does it have to offer the Israeli traveler? Meet an airline you probably haven't flown with yet - and might soon

With Washington D.C. now on the map, Iberia doubles down on its A321XLR strategy to serve key U.S. cities with greater flexibility and frequency

Delta Airlines is resuming its direct route from Berlin to JFK Airport in New York. Flights will operate daily with a particularly convenient schedule: morning departures from Berlin and afternoon arrivals in New York

Air France will operate three weekly direct flights between Paris and Phuket, adding to its expanding network of Asian destinations