Aviation

El Al adds Apple TV+, starting with ‘Ted Lasso’

Rollout begins on Wednesday, with content on seatback screens and personal streaming to Europe routes, starting with Ted Lasso and expanding to additional Apple TV+ hits.

Hannah Waddingham of Ted Lasso fame on the pitch before lighting the NJ/NY Gotham FC torch before the National Women's Soccer League Women's Empowerment Match between NJ/NY Gotham FC and Angel City FC at Red Bull Arena on July 2, 2023 in Harrison, New Jersey.
Boeing’s new 777X aircraft.

Technion develops fuel that could make Israel a superpower – Boeing wants to lead

Technion President Prof. Uri Sivan, President of Boeing Israel, Maj.-Gen. (res.) Ido Nehushtan, and Boeing Global President Dr. Brendan Nelson.

Boeing, Technion move Israeli sustainable jet fuel project into implementation phase

A private jet carrying eight people crashed as it was taking off from Bangor International Airport in Maine on Sunday night, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.

Seven killed as private jet crashes during takeoff at Maine airport


Iran’s shadow aviation network keeps weapons flowing under sanctions

From disappearing flights to byzantine corporate structures, a groundbreaking report shows how China and Russia, along with many other countries, help Iran evade sanctions.

An Iranian soldier holds an RPG on Quds Day, in Tehran, Iran, April 5, 2024

A revolution in the skies: How a curved wing saves airlines millions of dollars

Wingtip curves are now a key feature of modern aviation. Though they seem like a design detail, they have saved the industry billions and reduced air pollution.

El Al Plane.

Wizz Air CEO: Our plan is to establish a base in Israel in April

After a meeting with Wizz Air's CEO, the company announced it will launch a base in Israel in April. Regev welcomed the move, stressing commitment to competition against high prices.

WIZZ AIR Plane.

The new marvel: Boeing unveils groundbreaking plane exciting airlines

The American aircraft company’s 777X series features folding wings, a modular cabin, and large windows – designed to enhance the flight experience and reduce fuel consumption.

The new Boeing 777X.

Israir eyes two Airbus A330 jets in bid to expand long-haul routes

Israir is in talks to buy two Airbus A330 jets as it ramps up long-haul service ahead of Wizz Air’s push into the Israeli market.

An Israir flight takes off at the Ben Gurion International Airport, outside of Tel Aviv, August 25, 2024

Do you have BUYME vouchers? Now you can fly with them

BUYME and Arkia now let customers pay for flights, vacation packages, and extras with BUYME vouchers - a first in the Israeli aviation industry.

New Arkia leased aircraft.

Arkia honors veteran captain after 44 years in the cockpit

Capt. Yossi Arueti, one of the airline's most veteran pilots, was honored with a farewell event, held in the presence of former air force chiefs and senior figures in Israeli business.

Arkia Airlines has held a farewell event for Capt. Yossi Arueti, one of its most veteran and respected pilots, marking the end of a 44-year flying career, including 37 years with the company, Arkia said in a statement.

FAA to end mandated cuts in domestic US flights

The FAA lifts flight cuts at 40 US airports after staffing concerns decline, signaling a return to normal operations.

An American Airlines aircraft takes off as airlines cancelled flights at 40 major airports after the government imposed an unprecedented cut to air travel, citing air traffic control safety concerns because of a record-setting government shutdown, in Boston, Massachusetts, US, November 7, 2025.

Middle East's regional aircraft fleet to more than double by 2044, Airbus says

Airbus expects passenger traffic in the Middle East to grow at a compound annual rate of 4.4% over the next two decades.

 An Airbus A320-214 passenger aircraft of Lufthansa airline, takes off from Malaga-Costa del Sol airport, in Malaga, Spain, May 3, 2024.

US airlines reduce flight cuts for Friday despite 6% FAA order

US airlines canceled fewer flights than required on Friday, with just a 1.4% cut, after the FAA eased the flight-reduction mandate.

A plane approaches Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, more than a month into the ongoing US government shutdown, in Arlington, Virginia, US, November 11, 2025.