The incident occurred on August 23, when Dr. Shifron and his wife arrived to check in their luggage at Wizz Air's general check-in counter. According to him, the company representative asked him where he was flying, and when he answered "Tel Aviv," she hurled at him the statement: "Stop the war."

Dr. Adir Shifron reported that he was attacked with antisemitic statements by a Wizz Air company representative. Shifron tried to respond politely: "I hope the war ends soon and that all sides are suffering," but the representative continued to attack: "Only you are killing the Palestinians." When he reminded her of the massacre that occurred on October 7 in Israel, she replied: "No, you are killing the Palestinians for 47 years."

Shifron tried to find out the representative's name, but she refused to provide it until her supervisor confirmed that it was a representative named Maria.

In an official letter to company management, Dr. Shifron described the humiliating incident and demanded a public apology, disciplinary measures against the representative, and a commitment to a mechanism that would prevent such cases from recurring in the future: "This is not only deeply offensive but also antisemitic," he wrote. "As a frequent Wizz Air passenger and a Priority customer, I expect to be treated with respect—not targeted with personal, political, and hateful remarks from your staff."

The airline responded in an official letter through company representative Mohamed Salem, stating that the relevant department was investigating the case. However, more than a week later, no further response or public apology has been received.

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The coming days are expected to be significant for aviation in Israel, as a substantial portion of major airlines are expected to make decisions regarding the continuation of operations to Israel beyond the dates they have indicated so far.

Several airlines continue to cancel their flights to Israel. As of now, Wizz Air has canceled its flights through May 14.

US carriers Delta and United Airlines have also canceled their Israel routes for the time being. Delta has suspended all flights to Israel through May 19, while United has canceled flights through May 18.

Following a security assessment, the Lufthansa Group - which includes Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and Eurowings - has extended its suspension of service to and from Tel Aviv through May 18 (inclusive).

Greek carrier Aegean Airlines has canceled flights through May 16, while Ryanair has canceled flights through May 21.

Italian airline ITA has extended its suspension through May 19, and flights AZ809 and AZ815 on May 12 have also been canceled.

Air Europa and Air India also announced they would halt operations in Israel.

Air France and Transavia have suspended their Israel routes through May 13. Polish carrier LOT has canceled its flights to Israel through May 12.

Iberia Express has suspended flights to Israel through May 31. British Airways has extended its suspension through June 14.

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After suspending flights to Israel for several months, Irish budget airline Ryanair is resuming its operations in the country. The first Ryanair flight departed Sunday from Baden-Baden, Germany, and was scheduled to land at Ben Gurion Airport shortly after 11:00 a.m.

The Irish carrier plans to operate direct flights to and from Israel to various European destinations, including Berlin, Budapest, Bucharest, Baden-Baden, Athens, and additional locations.

Ryanair isn't the only budget airline now operating from Ben Gurion Airport. Wizz Air returned to Israel several months ago and is also running direct flights to multiple destinations, with plans to expand its operations in the current period.

EasyJet is expected to resume its Israel routes at the beginning of June, barring any changes. Once this occurs, all major budget airlines that operate flights to and from a relatively wide range of destinations in Israel will have returned to service.

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Wizz Air said it will operate flights to various destinations, including Bucharest, Rome, Milan, Abu Dhabi, Sofia, Warsaw, London, Katowice, Athens, Larnaca, Budapest, Vienna and more. The company's first flight today from Bucharest has already landed in Israel, and throughout Wednesday, additional flights are expected to land from other destinations such as Vilnius, Vienna, Budapest, London, Larnaca and more.

The return of the Hungarian budget carrier will expand flight options to and from Israel, which could affect ticket prices that are significantly impacted by supply versus demand. Another budget carrier expected to join in the coming months, possibly even by the end of March according to ticket sales on their website, is Ryanair. The combination of both airlines, if operating in Israel, alongside the return of legacy carriers, could significantly open up flight options from Israel to many destinations worldwide.

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This is a call for all frequent flyers – Wizz Air, the popular no-frills carrier, has launched an innovative annual subscription service in Israel dubbed "Wizz All You Can Fly" which, true to its name, allows subscribers to take to the skies as often as they desire, offering unlimited flights across its expansive network for a fixed yearly fee. This bold move comes as the airline seeks to leverage its growing route map, which now encompasses 22 destinations from Tel Aviv's Ben-Gurion International Airport and over 750 routes spanning three continents. But how exactly will this subscription model work, and who stands to benefit the most? Let's dive into the essential details you need to know before considering this flight pass.

Wizz Air is offering their new flight pass at an initial price of €499 (approximately $540), which is set to rise to €599 (about $650) within 48 hours. Pass holders can reserve seats on nearly all routes in Wizz Air's network, with bookings available up to three days before takeoff. A small booking fee of €10 (around $11) per flight applies, subject to seat availability.

Who stands to benefit the most? For a monthly flyer, the subscription cost would average €42 (about $45) per month, with an additional €20 (roughly $22) booking fee per flight. This means cities like Rome, London, or Vienna become accessible for just €62 (about $67) round-trip. The subscription's value extends beyond Europe, as Wizz Air's routes span into Asia and North Africa, enabling budget-conscious travelers to create their own connections to exotic locales such as Morocco, Tenerife, Iceland, and even the Maldives.

While the Wizz Air flight pass offers exciting possibilities for frequent flyers, it's important to note some key conditions. The pass is non-transferable and tied to one individual, who must travel light as only a carry-on backpack is included in the base fare. Despite offering unlimited annual flights, there's a daily cap of three flights, and Italian domestic routes are excluded. The 72-hour booking window adds a layer of spontaneity but also means round-trip bookings are limited to three days or less in a single reservation. This last-minute nature of bookings might pose challenges during peak travel periods when seat availability could be limited. Potential subscribers should weigh these factors against their travel style and needs before committing to the pass.

This subscription is ideal for flexible, spontaneous travelers who pack light and can navigate last-minute bookings. However, it may not suit those with rigid schedules or holiday plans. 

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