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Israir Wins Tender to Operate Subsidized Flights Between Tel Aviv and Eilat at 99 Shekels
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First reported by Now 14 · Jul 13, 2026
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Israir won a government tender to operate subsidized flights between Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport and Eilat's Ramon Airport, offering residents discounted tickets at 99 shekels and committing to at least five daily flights starting within 45 days. The state will subsidize the route with about 10 million shekels annually to ensure continuous air service year-round.
- 01Israir won the tender to operate subsidized flights between Ben Gurion and Ramon airports.
- 02The airline will run at least five daily flights, exceeding the four-flight minimum.
- 03Tickets for Eilat residents will cost 99 shekels per direction with up to 40 seats per flight.
- 04The government will subsidize the route with approximately 10 million shekels annually.
- 05Operations must begin within 45 days, with a one-year contract period.
- 06The tender aims to ensure year-round air service for residents, workers, and visitors to Eilat.
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