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Israeli Airlines Expand New York Flights Amid Rising Demand and Competition
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First reported by Calcalist · 3 hours ago
What happened
Arkia Airlines is expanding its Tel Aviv-New York flights with larger planes and more seats amid high demand, while Israir prepares to launch direct flights and American carriers plan to resume service to Israel in September.
- 01Arkia increases seats on Tel Aviv-New York route using Boeing 787 and Airbus A330 aircraft.
- 02Israir plans to start direct New York flights in early August, intensifying competition.
- 03El Al currently operates regular flights on the route.
- 04American airlines expected to resume flights to Israel in September if security permits.
- 05Arkia upgrades aim to meet high summer demand and growing passenger numbers at Ben Gurion Airport.
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