Israir Secures FAA Approval to Launch Commercial Flights to New York

Israir, owned by businessman Rami Levy, has completed all regulatory requirements to begin commercial flights to North America, specifically New York. The airline recently received final approval from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), marking a significant milestone in its expansion plans. This approval follows a series of clearances from both Israeli and American aviation authorities.

With the FAA authorization, Israir joins El Al and Arkia as the only Israeli airlines currently operating flights to the United States. The company has finalized its operational preparations and plans to open ticket sales for flights to New York in the near future. Israir aims to increase competition on the Israel-U.S. route and offer customers quality service at competitive prices.

A spokesperson for Israir described the FAA approval as a historic moment and a strong international vote of confidence in the airline's safety, reliability, and operational standards. The airline is now focused on launching its first flights to New York, expanding its destination map and entering the competitive transatlantic market.