Israir Appoints APG USA as Online GSA in the United States
Israir has appointed APG USA as its Online General Sales Agent (GSA) in the United States, as the airline launches a new nonstop service between Tel Aviv and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
The new service will commence on September 16, 2026. The service will initially operate three times weekly, with flights on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, before increasing to four weekly frequencies and subsequently expanding to six weekly flights, providing travelers with greater flexibility when traveling between New York and Tel Aviv.
Under the appointment, APG USA will support Israir’s commercial activities in the U.S. market, working closely with the airline and the U.S. travel trade to build awareness of the new service, support sales and develop opportunities in the market..
“ The launch of our first flight to New York, 6H971, marks a historic milestone for Israir and the beginning of a new chapter in our growth. The introduction of our Tel Aviv–JFK service reflects our commitment to expanding travel options for the Israeli public and strengthening connectivity with one of the world’s leading destinations. We are beginning with two wide-body aircraft operated by Israeli crews, with plans to add additional aircraft in 2027 complementing our fleet with wet-leased aircraft. We are proud to take this important step and look forward to further developing our long-haul operations in the years ahead.
“ We are delighted to be appointed as Israir’s GSA in the United States at such an important time for the airline. We look forward to working closely with the airline and the U.S. travel trade to build awareness of the new service, support sales and develop opportunities in the market.
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