Israir receives FAA operational approval, expects to start selling tickets to US 'soon'

Israir announced on Monday that it has secured operational approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for flights to and from the United States. The airline described this as the "final and decisive step" in the regulatory process, complementing previous approvals from aviation authorities in Israel and the U.S.

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Receiving the FAA approval is the final and decisive step in the regulatory process and joins the previous approvals the company received from aviation authorities in Israel and the US.

With all necessary requirements and flight permits now completed, Israir anticipates starting ticket sales soon. The company is aiming for an October 19 debut for its U.S. flights, with the primary route expected to be from Tel Aviv to New York. This development represents an "international expression of trust" from the American aviation authority regarding Israir's quality, safety, and operational reliability.

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This is an international expression of trust from the American aviation authority in the quality, safety and operational reliability of the company.

Israir expressed excitement about expanding its map of destinations to North America, aiming to increase market competition and provide customers with quality service at competitive prices. The airline is in continuous contact with the FAA and cooperating with relevant authorities to ensure a smooth process. Israir's current international destinations outside Europe and the Caucasus include Zanzibar, Tanzania, and Marrakesh, Morocco.

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We are excited to expand our map of destinations to North America, to increase competition in the market, and to provide our customers with quality service at competitive prices.