Arkia Flights to Tokyo Delayed Due to Japanese Approval Issues
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Arkia Airlines' new direct flights from Israel to Tokyo are delayed because Japan has not yet approved the use of foreign-leased aircraft. The airline is working to get approval and has offered affected passengers flights via other Asian cities, rebooking with a discount, or a full refund. Arkia hopes to resolve the issue and launch the route soon.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Arkia's direct flights from Israel to Tokyo are delayed due to Japanese regulatory approval.
- The delay concerns the use of foreign-registered aircraft on a wet lease basis.
- Arkia is offering passengers affected by the schedule changes alternative flights or refunds.
- The airline is in ongoing discussions with Japanese authorities to obtain the necessary permits.
- The direct route was initially announced for launch in late October and early November.
Arkia Airlines' planned direct flight route between Israel and Tokyo has been postponed due to a delay in obtaining approval from Japanese authorities. The issue stems from the requirement for the operation of flights using aircraft on a wet lease, meaning foreign-registered planes operated for Arkia. Consequently, the airline has announced changes to flights originally scheduled for late October and early November, affecting passengers booked for October 25 and 28, and November 1 and 5.
Arkia is actively working with Japanese officials to secure the necessary permits, expressing hope for their issuance in the coming weeks. However, the company cannot yet commit to a specific start date for the direct flights. Passengers whose travel plans are impacted have been offered three alternatives: a flight to Tokyo via Bangkok or Hanoi, arranged and covered by Arkia; rebooking to another destination with a 10% discount; or a full refund.
"We apologize to the passengers for the uncertainty and are working through all avenues to provide every passenger with a suitable solution and enable the route's operation as soon as possible," Arkia stated. The airline had announced the launch of the direct Israel-Tokyo route in June, but the current delay in approvals for the planned operational format necessitates adjustments for affected travelers.
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