About El Al
El Al Israel Airlines (ICAO: ELY) is the national flag carrier of Israel, known for its unique operational characteristics and stringent security measures.
El Al Israel Airlines was officially founded in November 1948, the same year the State of Israel was established. Its origins are deeply intertwined with the nation's need for an independent air bridge to connect with the rest of the world, initially facilitating the transport of Jewish immigrants and supplies. The airline's inaugural scheduled flights commenced in July 1949, connecting Tel Aviv with Rome and Paris. Throughout its history, El Al has played a crucial role in humanitarian efforts, including airlifting Jewish immigrants to Israel.
The airline's primary operational base and main hub is Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel. While it previously maintained secondary hubs at Eilat Airport (ETH) and Ovda Airport (VDA), El Al is now concentrating its Florida operations at Miami International Airport (MIA), positioning it as a key international hub.
El Al operates an all-Boeing fleet, comprising a mix of widebody and narrowbody jets. The current fleet includes Boeing 787 Dreamliners (787-8 and 787-9 variants), Boeing 777-200ERs, Boeing 737-800s, and Boeing 737-900ERs. Its route network is extensive, covering approximately 51 destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America, offering both short-haul and long-haul services.
El Al is not a member of any major airline alliance such as Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or Oneworld. However, it has established codeshare agreements with several airlines, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Aeromexico, to expand its reach. There is a potential for El Al to join the SkyTeam alliance with support from Delta Air Lines, following a strategic cooperation agreement between the two carriers. Notable services include the provision of Kosher meals on all flights, and its cabin classes generally consist of Business Class, Premium Economy, and Economy Class on widebody aircraft, while narrowbody planes offer Business and Economy.
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