After New York: Israir begins the path to Japan

Israir has started the licensing process for flights to Japan, shortly after its inaugural flight to New York. CEO Uri Sirkis revealed the move during the maiden flight to New York. The company invested $85 million in purchasing wide-body aircraft and plans future flights to Thailand as well. Starting the licensing process does not constitute final approval or a set date.

Israir, the Israeli airline, has begun the licensing process for flights to Japan. The move was revealed by group CEO Uri Sirkis during the company's inaugural flight to New York, which landed at JFK Airport. Sirkis told passengers that the company sees the New York flight as a significant step, but for them it is only the beginning. The company is also expected to operate flights to Thailand in the future. The move to Japan comes amid Israir's expansion of long-haul operations. The company invested $85 million in purchasing wide-body aircraft, while continuing to invest in technological infrastructure, service, and maintenance, including establishing a heavy maintenance facility in Cyprus with an investment of over $10 million. Sirkis also emphasized the employees as a key component, calling the "human infrastructure" the most important. However, for the Israeli traveler, Japan is not yet a bookable destination. Starting the licensing process does not mean the route has been approved or a date set for its operation, but it indicates a practical examination of the possibility.