HAL is major beneficiary of latest Indian procurement approvals
India has approved millions of dollars in new military purchases, most of which will go to public sector companies.
easyJet announces London Luton?Tel Aviv service
easyJet has announced plans to expand to Israel this winter with the launch of a new six times weekly service between London Luton and Tel Aviv.
easyJet is the first low-fare airline to operate between London and Tel Aviv. Additionally the airline will expand its operations in Morocco with a new twice-weekly service between London Gatwick and Agadir.
The Luton–Tel Aviv route starts on 2 November flying daily except Friday, while the Gatwick–Agadir service will begin on 4 November, operating on Wednesdays and Sundays.
“This is a major breakthrough," declared Andy Harrison, easyJet’s chief executive. "For the first time the travelling public in the London area has the choice between a high cost traditional airline and a low-cost alternative [to Israel]. We look forward to bringing our unique blend of low fares with friendly service to a whole new market.”
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