This practice has been observed by many Israelis traveling on memorial days, with the Israeli airline making it available for all in flight.
Independently operated Virgin Atlantic flights were originally scheduled to return to Israel in October 2025.
In a move that may challenge El Al's monopoly, Israir has received approval to begin operating flights to the United States.
After a period of near-monopoly, El Al now faces competition as foreign carriers resume flights to Israel, testing its ability to maintain dominance.
El Al Airlines will resume flights between Ben-Gurion Airport and Eilat for the first time in 12 years, operating two flights per week.
El Al paused flights to Moscow in late 2024, after a Russian missile apparently struck an Azerbaijani passenger plane.
Starting in late May this year, Sundor will operate flights to the island of Lefkada, which will be one of eight routes operated by El Al and its subsidiary to Greece.
El Al signed a new agreement with Romania's Tarom airline. "As part of our strategic plan, we continue to partner with leading airlines," says El Al's CEO.
Three El Al planes will arrive at Ben Gurion Airport tomorrow after external renovations with new paint to prevent corrosion and provide an updated look. This is the step-by-step painting process.
El Al and TAROM signed a codeshare deal, increasing Tel Aviv-Bucharest flights to 18 per week and offering frequent flyer benefits starting April 1.
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