Israel Airlines

Nakash family to sell controlling stake in Arkia after 20 years for reported NIS 40–50 million

The Nakash family is selling its controlling stake in Israeli airline Arkia after two decades, with the transaction reportedly valued at NIS 40 million to NIS 50 million. A separate report says Arkia is seeking renewal of its U.S. foreign air carrier permit, a key regulatory matter for its U.S. operations.

Discovered 2026-11-13T11:28:27.652524-08:00 | 2026-11-13T11:28:27.652524-08:00

Briefing

What Hype is tracking

A change in control after 20 years could reshape Arkia’s ownership and strategic direction; the reported price is NIS 40–50 million.
Arkia is also seeking renewal of its U.S. foreign air carrier permit, linking the ownership transition to an important regulatory issue for its U.S. service.

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