חוזר מנכ"ל 02/2016: החזר עבור מפעילי טיסות בטיסות ישירות לאילת (שדה התעופה עובדה)

The Israel Ministry of Tourism wishes to encourage direct flights between different countries and Eilat, in the framework of its efforts to promote tourism to Israel.
Eilat enjoys warm temperatures all-year-round and low humidity, as well as lovely beaches and beautiful natural landscapes thanks to its Red Sea locale. Situated on a sole land bridge between Asia and Africa, Eilat is the southernmost point of Israel. A beautiful coral reef runs along the Red Sea’s shores and serene granite mountains form the impressive backdrop of the city.
Eilat economy relies heavily on tourism. Therefore, the Ministry is interested in promoting direct flights from other countries to Eilat, in order to increase the number of foreign tourists arriving to the city.
For this purpose the Ministry will participate in the costs of operating direct flights to Ovda, as detailed in the following Directive.

This Directive applies to flights operated from October 4, 2016 until April 10, 2017.

Important Notice
Dear All,
Following the cancelation of all charges for flights landing in Ovda Airport (VDA) which was confirmed today in the Israeli parliament, it has been decided to re-open the possibility to submit proposals for the Directive for Reimbursement of Flight Operators operating Direct Flights to Eilat.
Accordingly, it is possible to submit proposals from today (27/09/2016) until 27/10/2016.
There are no changes in the Directive, except for the dates of submission, as stated.
The proposals should be delivered via E-mail to the following address: ronaw@tourism.gov.il