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Israir Secures Permit for Tel Aviv-New York Flights

4/22/2025

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Israir, the Israeli airline, has secured a two-year temporary permit from the U.S. Transportation Department to launch flights on the Tel Aviv-New York route. With plans to operate Airbus A330 aircraft, Israir is gearing up to meet FAA and TSA standards, aiming to take to the skies by Passover 2026. Final approval is anticipated by June 2025.

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Israir, the Israeli airline, has secured a two-year temporary permit from the U.S. Transportation Department to launch flights on the Tel Aviv-New York route. With plans to operate Airbus A330 aircraft, Israir is gearing up to meet FAA and TSA standards, aiming to take to the skies by Passover 2026. Final approval is anticipated by June 2025.