The plane landed in Baku, Azerbaijan, on a direct flight from Seattle, as part of a multi-phased plan that includes retiring the older 747s that also fly to Israel, and expanding the fleet to 20 aircraft by 2030
PassportNews' broadcast studio is back at the heart of one of the biggest tourism events of the year on February 3-4. Coming to Expo Tel Aviv? Come say hello to us! Can't make it? Watch us live on the PassportNews website
Israel’s flag carrier will join a Boeing-led Sustainable Aviation Fuel initiative aimed at developing less polluting fuels. The airline will fund research that could cut aircraft emissions as early as next year. El Al has a long-standing relationship with the American manufacturer
“Boeing is a natural partner for BGU": Boeing and Ben-Gurion University have announced the launch of a new research center in Israel focused on securing next-generation aviation and aerospace systems. The five-year partnership framework has been valued at over $10 million
As part of a strategic collaboration, Boeing and the Technion are entering the application development phase for Sustainable Jet Fuel (SAF) based on green hydrogen and carbon dioxide
FPT Group, which operates in 30 countries, has launched its operations in Israel. Global Chairman, Truong Gia Binh: "We came to learn from the startup world." FPT Israel Chairman: "We will be your bridge to Asia"
During a recent visit to Israel, Air Canada announced the appointment of Shmuel Cohen to replace Ruth Ben-Tzur, who retired from the manager position. Rocky Lo, Air Canada's international sales manager, told PassportNews: "Proud to announce Shmule as Ruth's successor, will continue to lead the Israeli market"
Passport Group will unveil its annual Destinations Magazine at the IMTM International Tourism Conference in February, highlighting 26 must-visit places shaping travel trends in 2026
Passport Group concludes a landmark year, marking 30 years of innovation, influence and industry leadership, while unveiling a forward-looking strategic vision to continue shaping the future of tourism and aviation with a strong focus on digital transformation, content-driven travel, and the clear sense that the first three decades were only the beginning. The year-end celebration brought together key leaders and senior executives from the tourism industry, in partnership with Hilton worldwide
Today, Air France's La Première luxury class will land in Israel for the first time with private suites, personalized service, and premium upgrades that are unmatched by European airlines flying to Middle Eastern country
Lufthansa Group's winter flight schedule will include significant capacity growth: Eurowings returns to Israel with flights to Dusseldorf and Hamburg alongside SWISS, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, and Austrian Airlines, operating flights to seven European destinations
After flying to Israel almost continuously since October 7, the Romanian airline announces the renewal of its regular Bucharest-Tel Aviv flights from June 26, as the security situation improves and the ceasefire takes effect
Lufthansa Group prepares to resume flights to Tel Aviv on June 23, while ITA Airways prolongs suspension until at least July 6
Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings to Resume Operations at Ben Gurion Airport Starting June 23
Bratislava Welcomes First Direct Flight from Israel with Cheers and Water Salute. The new route offers access to a peaceful, cultural gem in Central Europe. For Israel’s Overseas Group, it marks another key step in its growing presence in the travel industry
Delta resumes flights amidst global suspensions
The Canadian airline will not resume flights to Israel until early September 2025. Despite 30 years of operations, Air Canada states: Current security conditions prevent a return. 'Our commitment to Israel is deep,' says Air Canada Israel CEO
