Siterman: competition in air services increased in 2007

Transportation Ministry Director-General Gideon Siterman said last week that in 2007 competition among airlines flying to Israel had intensified.
 
He noted that in 2005, 33 airlines operated schedule services to and from Israel. In 2006 the number grew to 36 airlines and in 2007 the number of companies operating schedule services reached 38.
 
Mr. Danny Morag, chief economist of Israel's Civil Aviation Authority added that one of the main reasons for the intense competition in 2007 was the increase in frequencies together with the increase in seats capacities.
 
Data provided by the Ministry show that 21 foreign airlines increased capacity and frequencies: Lufthansa, Air France, Turkish, Austrian, Delta, Tarom, Malev Trans aero etc.