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Our amazing representative to the Eurovision contest, Eden Golan, will go on stage tonight, touching everyone's heart with her song "Hurricane."
Give Eden a big round of applause and vote for her.
Because voting for Eden is voting for Israel, now more than ever is the time to stand up for our country and support it with pride.
Click here to vote now:
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This year, in preparation for Holocaust Remembrance Day, we had the honor of hosting Cipora Fivlowich.
Born in Romania, she bravely shared her story of survival after enduring the horrors of the Holocaust alongside her parents, sister, and younger brother, who were all sent to Auschwitz - Birkenau.
Cipora and her sister managed to survive Auschwitz and the labor camp in Germany, ultimately arriving in Israel in November 1947.
We will remember, and never forget.
These days underscore the significance of Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. As the airline that proudly displays the Israeli flag on the tail of our aircraft, we are honored to transport the Israeli delegation to the Eurovision Song Contest.
This flight is a part of our collaboration with the Israel Public Broadcasting Corporation (KAN). As such, a diverse range of original content from KAN will gradually be added and updated in our entertainment systems over the coming months.
We extend our best wishes to Eden and the Israeli delegation for success at the contest.
This Passover, may we be surrounded by hope, unity, and freedom.
This week we hosted 20 residents from communities adjacent to the Gaza Strip who serve as heads of local emergency teams of the Eshkol Region.
Their visit included a special tour of EL AL HQ and our control tower at Ben Gurion Airport and gave them a respite from the current situation.
A big thank you to our pilots, Eitan Mor and Nir Rosen, who are in touch with the organization and who accompanied the tour.
We wish for all of us to have quieter days soon.
Yesterday, we marked the inaugural flight to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, departing twice a week year-round.
This new route not only connects us to Fort Lauderdale but also serves as a gateway to numerous destinations across the Caribbean and South America.
Photo credit: sierrajet
We are actively working to confirm the flight schedule as soon as possible and strongly advise all passengers to verify their updated departure times before heading to the airport.
Please note that any changes to the flight schedule can be found on the EL AL website (link: https://www.elal.com/eng/about-elal/news/recent-updates).
We emphasize that our flexible changes and cancellations policy for flights departing until Saturday, April 20 (inclusive) remains in effect, as detailed previously and on the EL AL website above.
EL AL is committed to maintaining Israel connected to the world while addressing all passenger inquiries and concerns.
Dear customers,
Due to the security situation in Israel and recent developments, it is unknown if your flight will depart as planned.
Therefore, at this point of time we request you not to arrive at the airport until we notify you otherwise. Once we have additional updates regarding your flight, we will notify you accordingly.
All flight changes are detailed in the link below:
https://www.elal.com/eng/about-elal/news/recent-updates
Ongoing updates will be available on the EL AL website and social media channels, customers affected by canceled flights will be updated with alternatives when possible.
Please note that EL AL is in contact with security forces and airport authorities and will operate according to the guidelines provided.
As we do every month, we are sharing a recap of our monthly operations. In March, EL AL transported 482,763 passengers on approximately 2,200 flights.
We are proud to carry the Israeli flag on the tail of our aircraft while maintaining a diverse flight schedule to numerous destinations worldwide, always ensuring the security and safety of our passengers.
Thank you for flying the flag, and we will continue to be here for you, always.
Photo by: cat3media_
March is the Israeli Month of Good Deeds, and we enthusiastically engaged in various volunteer initiatives nationwide.
Early in the month, on International Women's Day, we distributed gifts to the partners of soldiers at Tel Hashomer Hospital. Additionally, we participated in the Jerusalem Marathon alongside children and adults with disabilities and hosted an inspiring appreciation evening for the soldiers and commanders of the 202nd Battalion.
Mid-month, we contributed to the annual activities of the "Larger Than Life" association, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for children with cancer and their families, accompanying them on their dream trip to Miami.
Furthermore, as part of our ongoing project, "Shower for Every Soldier," we donated a portable shower with hot water to soldiers in the north.
Wrapping up the month, we celebrated Purim at Beit Goldschmidt, a boarding school providing a home for girls in need. We also spread joy at the youth department of the mental health center in Nes Ziona. Additionally, we participated in the "Bridge to Diaspora" expedition, joining leaders and public opinion influencers on a journey to understand and support the American Jewish community during this challenging time and to help with Israel's public diplomacy. We remain committed to helping the community every day, all year round.
As part of our commitment to Israel's public diplomacy, we took action to transport artwork to an exhibition in New York. The exhibit showcases 14 large-scale photographs and 6 sculptures by artist Orna Ben Ami, vividly depicting the magnitude of the October 7 disaster. Currently housed in the area adjacent to the General Assembly at the UN headquarters, the exhibition serves as a powerful testament to the extent of the devastation and tragedy we faced.
Yesterday, the international tourism exhibition IMTM opened, and we proudly showcased our booth in collaboration with Sun D'Or from the EL AL Group. This year, as part of our initiative, we provided a platform for businesses from northern and southern communities, featuring pastries adorned with Israeli-made toppings, aiming to further bolster the Israeli economy.
This marks the 30th year of the exhibition featuring local and international pavilions.
We invite you to join us at our booth to show your support for the Israeli economy.
As we do every month, we are sharing a recap of our monthly operations. In February, EL AL transported 443,859 passengers on approximately 2,200 flights.
We are proud to carry the Israeli flag on the tail of our aircraft while maintaining a diverse flight schedule to numerous destinations worldwide, always ensuring the security and safety of our passengers.
Thank you for flying the flag, and we will continue to be here for you, always.
Photo by: dani.spotter
We were honored to participate in the annual initiative organized by the "Larger Than Life" nonprofit known as the "Train of Smiles," dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for children battling cancer and their families and bringing smiles to their faces.
This year, in light of the challenging circumstances, the event was aptly renamed the "Train of Hope." It served as a beacon of hope for children and families facing the dual challenges of battling cancer while navigating the additional complexities of the current situation.
The day was full of Purim festivities and started at Savidor Central Train Station in Tel Aviv and continued aboard the Train of Hope to Be'er Sheva, which included a delicious meal, musical performances, and the chance to meet beloved children's entertainers.
Our team was thrilled to be a part of this meaningful event and to embark on a journey of hope aboard the Train of Smiles, especially during these trying times. We hope for the good health of all those who participated.
We continue standing alongside the families of the hostages and supporting their global awareness campaign. Yesterday, we embarked on a special flight to New York, carrying around 100 family members who will testify at the UN about the crimes committed by Hamas.
During the flight, Jewish-American actor Michael Rapaport communicated through the cockpit with Jordan Gonen, sister of Romy, still held by Hamas, and Ilan Tis, daughter of Keith Siegel, who remains in captivity. Rapaport spoke words of encouragement, providing strength for their crucial mission at the UN.
To amplify global awareness, we named the departure flight LY157 to signify the number of days the hostages have been held. The return flight, LY134, denotes the count of hostages we still await.
Our pilots communicated these flight numbers with international air traffic control, serving as a poignant reminder to the world that 134 Israeli men and women have been held captive by Hamas for over five months, and demanding their immediate return.
It is an honor to accompany these families, offering unwavering support and we eagerly await the swift return of all the hostages.
We are happy to announce that another 777 aircraft is returning to active service in our fleet after a prolonged period of inactivity.
The aircraft will undergo extensive maintenance over the next few months, during which the passenger cabin will be upgraded to mirror the configuration of our Dreamliner, featuring three distinct classes of service - Economy, Premium, and Business.
As we consistently strive to enhance your flight experience, we extend a warm invitation for you to fly the flag.
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EL AL will always be here to bring you home.
Fly The Flag. Fly EL AL.
More about EL AL's support for Israel - https://bit.ly/48wiDlh
This morning we took off to Amsterdam on a special flight with more than a hundred representatives of the families of the hostages who are on their way to The Hague, where they will file a lawsuit against the leaders of Hamas for the brutal acts they committed on October 7.
The flight's number was LY131, to mark the 131 days that the hostages have been held by Hamas in Gaza. The flight number back to Israel will be LY134, as a tribute to the 134 people still being held hostage.
EL AL pilots will use these numbers in contact with the various global air traffic control units throughout the flights to remind the world that we are all awaiting the return of the hostages as soon as possible.
EL AL stands by the Hostage and Missing Families Forum and has supported their work to raise awareness around the hostages in Israel and around the world, and continues to fly the families on global diplomatic missions.
Each month, we provide a snapshot of our operations, and for January, we're proud to share that we flew 435,319 passengers across 2,299 flights.
As we navigate a challenging period ahead, our commitment to innovation and improvement remains unwavering.
We strive to meet and exceed your expectations, delivering a high-quality product and an exceptional service experience.
Now more than ever, choosing to fly with an Israeli company is a source of pride.
We invite you to fly the flag.
116 days without music: yesterday we flew the yellow sign “YOU ARE NOT ALONE” to New York, an initiative started by the family of Alon Eyal, who was taken hostage from the Nova festival on October 7th and is still held in Gaza. The sign will be part of various events happening on behalf of Israel in Jewish communities.
Alon, 22, was always connected to music. He played the piano and planned to move to Tel Aviv and start studying music at the Rimon School of Music. Since Alon has been in captivity, his family opted to channel positive energy through music to bolster Alon’s spirits.
As part of these efforts, they positioned a grand piano with a yellow sign reading "YOU ARE NOT ALONE" in Hostage Square, inviting passers-by to play and raise awareness for Alon and all remaining hostages. This musical endeavor transcended Israel's borders, and the piano has traveled to Amsterdam and Berlin, where it was displayed in the James Simon Gallery.
Last night, the sign has been positioned on a dedicated piano in New Jersey at a fundraising event organized by the Jewish company. After that, it will travel to Times Square in New York.
Spreading warmth and cheer: Our dedicated flight attendants recently visited Tel Hashomer Hospital, bringing a touch of blue and white spirit to different departments, specifically the rehabilitation center for injured IDF soldiers.
The soldiers, families, visitors, and medical staff welcomed them with love and gratitude.
This heartwarming initiative will continue in the upcoming weeks, extending to other hospitals.
We wish a swift recovery to all those healing in body and soul.
To commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day, observed yesterday, we had the honor of hosting 17 Holocaust survivors and their families last Thursday. As part of their visit, we organized a special tour aboard one of our aircraft, offering a peek into the world of aviation.
The experience included training sessions led by EL AL pilots in the cockpit, engaging musical performances, and thought-provoking quizzes for the kids.
Following the tour, we extended our hospitality by hosting the survivors and their families for a heartfelt dinner at the EL AL headquarters. The evening was enriched by a lecture from EL AL Captain Ofer Aloni, who shared insights and stories. As a token of our appreciation, we also presented a modest gift to express our gratitude and respect.
Due to the current security situation, there is a significant decrease in demand among Israeli travelers to various destinations, including Johannesburg, South Africa.
Starting at the end of March 2024, we will be suspending the Johannesburg-Tel Aviv route to adjust the variety of destinations to the demands.
We will inform all impacted passengers and provide them with alternative options to choose from.
This suspension will allow us to expand our activity to existing destinations and examine options for new ones.
Tu Bishvat carries a message of hope this year.
In these challenging times, let us actively plant seeds of love and compassion across the globe, nurturing the soil of our lives so that we may grow and blossom anew.
Our heartfelt embrace extends to the families of the hostages, to those uprooted from their homes, to the bereaved families, and our security forces. We hope that Tu Bishvat will bring renewal and growth to us all.
Two-year-old Almog, who tragically lost his mother Einav on October 7, and whose father Or was taken hostage in Gaza, finds comfort in a teddy bear symbolizing their home and his father. Since that fateful day, Michael Levy, Or's brother, carries the teddy bear everywhere, serving as a poignant reminder that Or is still being held hostage.
In a heartfelt gesture, echoing the cultural traditions of Portugal, where images of leaders or saints are transferred from village to village, we have arranged for a special guest on one of our flights to Portugal – Almog's teddy bear.
Accompanied by our dedicated air and ground teams, the bear has journeyed to the Israeli Embassy in Portugal.
There, in accordance with the cherished local tradition, it will be passed from house to house, accompanied by prayers for Or's safe return home.
2023 was a deeply painful year for our country as we mourned the death of our loved ones and the kidnapping of hostages, some of whom are still not home.
We joined the national effort from the start of the war, and once again, we have demonstrated our reliability during emergencies.
In this past year, we introduced a company rebrand, launched a new Matmid frequent flyer club loyalty program, expanded our network of attractive destinations, continued our fleet expansion, enhanced our digital interfaces, introduced new menus by Chef Assaf Granit, received consistent recognition with the highest five-star rating in inflight service by the APEX global rating for the third consecutive year, and much more.
Last year, we transported over 5.5 million passengers in 30,000 flights to different destinations.
We want to thank you for choosing to fly with us throughout 2023. Your trust allows us to continue serving you with pride, both in times of ease and challenge. As we face a challenging and complex period ahead, we will continue investing, innovating, and improving to meet your expectations and provide unparalleled service.
Now, more than ever, flying with an Israeli company is a source of pride. We invite you to, once again, choose EL AL and fly blue and white.
Given the current circumstances and the uncertainties of the season, we understand the growing demand for flights, coupled with concerns about committing to advance bookings.
To address this, we are introducing a new benefit that allows you to cancel your flight ticket, if necessary, without incurring any cancellation fees. Instead, you'll receive a credit voucher for the full value of the ticket.
This benefit applies to flights departing between February 1 - April 30, 2024, including Passover. You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before the departure time. The credit voucher also covers ancillary products like return tickets and baggage fees. Voucher redemption is available at our service center, through travel agents, and on the EL AL website.
Our aim is to ensure you have a worry-free and pleasant flight experience.
For additional details, please visit:
https://bit.ly/3RW59cm
This Sunday, January 14, 2024, marks 100 days since the hostages were taken by Hamas in Gaza.
As a sign of solidarity with the families of the hostages, we will actively engage in various activities to heighten global public awareness of their plight.
Notably, we have mobilized to fly an hourglass to the UN building in New York, underscoring the urgency faced by the hostages in Gaza. Further, our flagship flight, LY001 from Tel Aviv to New York, scheduled for January 14th, has been renumbered as LY100, marking 100 days without the hostages.
The flight will be on our aircraft named "Jerusalem of Gold," and carrying the message "STAND WITH ISRAEL," which was affixed last month.
Additionally, we will update our website to reflect this solemn day, and a dedicated announcement will be broadcast on all flights, telling the stories of the 136 hostages to thousands of passengers in Israel and around the world.
EL AL stands united in support of the hostages and their families, working tirelessly to raise awareness globally for their safe and swift return to Israel.
A remarkable journey comes full circle: Irving Matlov, a 96-year-old born into a Zionist Jewish family in Canada, volunteered exactly 75 years ago at the age of 21 to fight in the War of Independence, contributing to the establishment of the State of Israel alongside fellow Jewish volunteers worldwide.
After the war, he returned to manage the family business in Canada, always holding onto the dream of making aliyah to Israel.
This week, he decided to realize that dream and made the journey to Israel, especially during these days - a collaborative effort between us, the Jewish Agency, and Nefesh B'Nefesh. Irving, we are delighted to welcome you here.
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A breathtaking surprise at 35,000 feet: Hanan Ben Ari took an EL AL flight tonight to Miami, where he kicks off his grand concert tour in the USA. Mid-flight, he delighted passengers by announcing that EL AL had generously provided tickets to his Miami performance for everyone onboard. As he mingled among the passengers, Hanan discovered a group of boys with cancer traveling to Miami courtesy of the Chaiyanu Association who asked him to sing "World Champion" for them. Naturally, all the passengers joined in, creating an unforgettable moment at cruising altitude.
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We continue standing alongside the families of the hostages and supporting their global awareness campaign. Yesterday, we embarked on a special flight to New York, carrying around 100 family members who will testify at the UN about the crimes committed by Hamas. During the flight, Jewish-American actor Michael Rapaport communicated through the cockpit with Jordan Gonen, sister of Romy, still held by Hamas, and Ilan Tis, daughter of Keith Siegel, who remains in captivity. Rapaport spoke words of encouragement, providing strength for their crucial mission at the UN. To amplify global awareness, we named the departure flight LY157 to signify the number of days the hostages have been held. The return flight, LY134, denotes the count of hostages we still await. Our pilots communicated these flight numbers with international air traffic control, serving as a poignant reminder to the world that 134 Israeli men and women have been held captive by Hamas for over five months, and demanding their immediate return. It is an honor to accompany these families, offering unwavering support and we eagerly await the swift return of all the hostages.
The women of EL AL come from diverse backgrounds, but they all share a common goal and dream, which they accomplish every day when you fly the flag
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Stories from the Skies, Episode 3: Flight Attendant Liza Turnikov tells about EL AL’s first evacuation flight.
Stories from the Skies, Episode 2: Flight Attendant Dor Levy Shares about meeting a childhood friend on board, whose cousin is a hostage in Gaza.
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EL AL will always be here to bring you home. Fly The Flag. Fly EL AL. More about EL AL's support for Israel - https://bit.ly/48wiDlh
Following their bravery, we're honored to show our gratitude. During a basketball game between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Afula last Wednesday, we presented Shalom Sh*trit and Noam Ben Shlush, Golani soldiers wounded on October 7th, with plane tickets to an NBA game in Boston. ‏ In April, Shalom and Noam will embark on a week-long stay in Boston, generously arranged by Marni and John Levitt in collaboration with the local Jewish community. ‏This includes VIP tickets to the Celtics' NBA game. ‏ We are thrilled to play a part in turning this dream into reality for them, express our ‏gratitude for their service, and wish a swift recovery to all the injured.
Curious about your seat? Now, the aircraft comes to you. Starting today, you can enjoy a cutting-edge virtual experience by taking a 3D tour of the aircraft to familiarize yourself with the surroundings before your flight. We're committed to continually improving your journey, starting right from your doorstep. Take the virtual tour now: https://bit.ly/4bwKvss
Now is the time to fly with the flag. Meet Roman, our Aircraft Cabin Maintenance Manager.
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