Israir gets US Transport Dept. approval to sell tickets, aims for New York flights from October

Israeli low-cost carrier Israir Airlines has taken a significant step toward expanding its international routes, receiving initial approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation to sell tickets for flights to the United States. The airline announced Tuesday that it is actively engaged with the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to secure final authorization for flight operations.

Israir anticipates commencing flights to New York starting October 19, contingent upon the FAA's green light. The airline stated, "As soon as the FAA authorizes Israir to fly to New York... Israir will immediately start operating the flights, and, as a result, start selling tickets." The company is reportedly in continuous contact with the FAA, working cooperatively with authorities to expedite the approval process.

While tickets are not yet available on Israir's website as of August 18, the airline expects sales to commence from "next week." Currently, Israir's international destinations outside of Europe and the Caucasus are limited to Zanzibar, Tanzania, and Marrakesh, Morocco. The planned New York route represents a major expansion for the airline.

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As soon as the FAA authorizes Israir to fly to New York... Israir will immediately start operating the flights, and, as a result, start selling tickets.