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El Al Opposes Wizz Air Base In Israel

El Al, Israel’s national carrier, has voiced strong opposition to the Ministry of Transport’s plan to allow Wizz Air to establish a permanent operational base in Israel, a move intended to increase competition and lower airfares. The proposal, spearheaded by Transport Minister Miri Regev, is part of a broader initiative to liberalize the Israeli aviation sector, but it has…

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El Al Reports $96M Net Profit In Q1 2025

El Al, the national carrier of Israel, has announced its first quarter 2025 financial results, posting a net profit of $96 million, representing a 19% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. The growth was supported by a 5% rise in revenue, which reached $774 million for the quarter.

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El Al Takes Delivery Of B787-9 MSN 34319

El Al Israel Airlines, the national airline of Israel, has taken delivery of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, identified by manufacturer serial number (MSN) 34319, as part of its ongoing fleet renewal and modernization program. The aircraft is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines, known for their fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and operational performance on long-haul flights.

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El Al Explores Widebody Cargo Purchase, Wet Leasing, and Fleet Expansion

El Al (Israel) is considering the acquisition of a widebody cargo aircraft, with speculation pointing to a Boeing 777 as the preferred model. This move aligns with the airline’s expansion into the air freight sector, capitalizing on rising cargo demand and long-term market opportunities.

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El Al Reports $545 Million Profit for 2024, Sets $4 Billion Revenue Target for 2030

El Al Israel Airlines has announced a strong financial performance for 2024, recording a net profit of $545 million as annual revenue climbed 37% to $3.4 billion. The airline also delivered a solid Q4 performance, earning $130 million in net profit, with quarterly revenue rising 26% to $851 million.

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El Al Seeks Relaxation of Pandemic State Aid Restrictions

El Al, Israel’s flagship carrier, is engaging in discussions with the Israeli government to relax the restrictions imposed on the airline as a condition for receiving state aid during the pandemic. In exchange, the airline is proposing a gradual reduction in the government’s participation in its security expenses.