Aviation Demand

The Greek airline expands in Israel and Bulgaria with Tal Aviation managing marketing, sales, and distribution

The European skies continue to fill, with a significant increase in flight traffic approaching pre-pandemic activity levels. Leading airlines and the continent's largest airports recorded remarkable weekly growth, with low-cost airlines notably expanding rapidly

Ben Moshe, who has held key business development roles within the Lufthansa Group, will succeed Markus Hagenbruch after his three-year tenure. Ben Moshe: "Together with Lufthansa Group's dedicated and professional team in Israel, we will strengthen partnerships, expand operations, and enhance customer experience while maintaining the highest standards"

According to Ryanair, which has already reduced its operations in several European countries including Spain, Germany, and Denmark, the proposed hike will bring Belgium's aviation tax to 5 euros per departing passenger, a move the company defines as "excessive," especially in light of the already high costs at Brussels airport, which have risen by more than 20% since the coronavirus pandemic

Ryanair: "Belgium is taking a regressive step by increasing taxes on ordinary passengers. This will only further damage Belgium’s air connectivity, traffic, and economy"

Hong Kong, Seoul, Singapore, Bangkok, Tokyo, Dubai, and other major cities in Asia lead the world in international passenger traffic

The Most Luxurious: The Passport Magazine, both print and digital, featuring luxury vacation destinations, private flights, lounges, and first-class comforts, luxury cars, and the best restaurants - in Israel and the world, all in collaboration with leading tourism and aviation brands from Israel and the world

A History of Elegance: Air France's story unfolds in Toulouse from February 16, featuring historic crew uniforms by Dior, Balenciaga, Ricci, and Lacroix

Three new airlines will take off this year, enhancing regional and international connectivity, increasing competition, and offering millions of travelers new flight options across India

A special report by IATA states that this year, for the first time, the number of passengers worldwide will exceed the 5 billion mark. In the recently ended year, 28 new airlines began operating globally, while 19 ceased operations – the lowest number in a decade. How many passengers are expected to fly this year?