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Israir Hires 15 Pilots Including 3 Women Ahead of New York Route Launch
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By חופית כהן אולאי
First reported by Arutz Sheva · Jul 20, 2026
What happened
Israir has hired 15 new pilots, including three women, to operate its new New York route launching in August, increasing female pilot representation to 10%. The airline is expanding its fleet and international operations, joining El Al and Arkia in offering direct flights from Israel to the US.
- 01Israir recruits 15 new pilots, including three women, raising female pilot share to 10%.
- 02The airline received 144 applications but accepted only 15 candidates.
- 03Israir acquired two Airbus A330 aircraft for the new New York route.
- 04The new direct flight to New York is expected to launch in August 2024.
- 05Israir joins El Al and Arkia as Israeli airlines flying directly to the US.
- 06American airlines Delta and American will enter the Israel-US market in October 2026.
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