Israir will be the first Israeli airline to operate Airbus planes.
Israir Airlines and Tourism Ltd. has signed an MOU to buy two Airbus A320s, with an option on a third, for $150 million. A final contract will be signed in a few weeks.
Israir will receive the planes in 2010. Meanwhile, the airline will lease Airbuses, making it the first Israeli airline to operate Airbus. Airbus will provide a complete support package, including training for air and ground crews.
Published by Globes [online], Israel business news - www.globes.co.il - on December 20, 2006
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