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US arsenal gathers in Middle East as experts warn of extended conflict with Iran
According to the Washington Post, flight-tracking data show that tanker planes, fighter jets, and other US military aircraft have been repositioned in recent days, including advanced F-35s.
Arkia unveils Spring-Summer 2026 destinations
US sends over 50 fighter jets to Middle East in military buildup against Iran - report
Arkia announces new Summer 2026 flights to Phuket, Malaga, Ibiza, Vilnius
This is the airline that will continue flying the world's legendary giant plane for many more years
Many airlines ditched the A380 over high costs, but Emirates still invests in it and plans to fly it through the next decade. A new first-class cabin is now in development.
Air India Dreamliner crashes into Ahmedabad college hostel, kills over 240
The 242 people included 217 adults and 11 children, a source told Reuters. Of them, 169 were Indian nationals, 53 were Britons, seven Portuguese, and one Canadian, Air India said.
Wizz Air received its new aircraft that will fly up to 8 hours
The low-cost airline is the first in the world to be equipped with an Airbus A321XLR aircraft, which will offer long-haul intercontinental flights of up to 8 hours.
Qatar insists Trump administration initiated free plane transfer to US - report
Trump allegedly told reporters in the Oval Office: “[I] got a beautiful big magnificent free airplane for the United States Air Force. Very proud of that.”
Another aircraft and more flights: The northern airline expands operations
Air Haifa signed a deal to buy another ATR 72-600, after a fourth joins this summer. The expansion will boost flight frequencies and add new destinations from Haifa Airport.
Light aircraft crashes off central Israel coastline, two onboard, one in critical condition
The pilot managed to escape the plane and reach land, with light injuries, Magen David Adom (MDA) confirmed. The other passenger was later rescued and is undergoing medical treatment at the scene.
Daniel Fernández Strauch, survivor of the 1972 Andes plane crash, dies at 79
Fellow survivor Zerbino said, 'In the mountains, he was a bulwark. A great friend, always positive.'
What is the Supertanker sent to fight Jerusalem’s fires?
The aircraft is capable of dropping tens of thousands of liters of water or fire retardant in a single mission, making it one of the most powerful tools available in fighting wildfires.
El Al almost quintuples profit
Revenue in 2024 totaled $3.4 billion, 37% more than in 2023. Fourth quarter revenue was $851, 26% more than in the corresponding quarter.
Air Haifa expands operations: Hiring crews and adding a fourth aircraft
The Haifa-based airline completes its second flight attendants course with 7 graduates, opens a new pilot course, and prepares to add another aircraft as part of its summer expansion plan.
