Israeli airline Israir has received approval to operate Airbus A330 aircraft, purchased for approximately $85 million, according to N12. The permit allows the company to operate flights to destinations in the Far East, Africa, Europe, and the East.
The approval, reported by N12, marks a significant expansion for Israir as it acquires wide-body Airbus A330 aircraft for the first time, enabling long-haul operations to destinations in Asia, Africa, and Europe. The airline purchased the aircraft for approximately $85 million. The Zioneer has previously reported on Israir's expansion, including its winning of a tender to operate the Eilat route and the securing of landing rights in Slovenia.
2 developments
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- DevelopingCEO of Israeli airline Israir signals ticket price drop
- DevelopingIsrael approves up to 55 million shekels in compensation for airlines hit by Operation Roaring Lion
- DevelopingSlovenia approves Israir flights after government change
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