EL AL | Atmosphere

Together, we shall overcome

Adi Cohenca Age: 25 Position at EL AL: Operations officer Years at EL AL: 2 Position in the army: Fighter in the Bardelas reservists’ battalion What I would like to say: “My boyfriend and I were supposed to get married after the October attacks but both of us are serving as reservists right now, so we postponed the wedding to next year. In these difficult times EL AL has stood by its employees that are serving on the frontlines. I can’t wait to get back to my job and for the hostages to be released”.

Shalom Yehezkel Age: 29 Position at EL AL: Aircraft interior mechanic Years at EL AL: 6 Position in the army: Fighter in the Givati brigade What I would like to say: “Our strength lies in unity. This is why it’s so important for the country to keep supporting the fighters on the frontlines as it gives us the strength we need to go on fighting with pride and devotion”.

Maayan Reuven Age: 32 Position at EL AL: Passenger controller Years at EL AL: 7 and a half Position in the army: Casualty officer based at central command What I would like to say: “It’s an honor for me to serve my country and even though I miss my job at EL AL which has been like a second home to me for seven years now, I’m proud to represent and serve my country”.

Daniel Ronen Age: 51

Position at EL AL: Sales and marketing manager in the maintenance division Years at EL AL: 28 Position in the army: Aircraft mechanic, Apache squadron in the north What I would like to say: “Since the start of the war my squadron companions and I have been focused on bringing back security, the hostages, and a sense of peace to all Israeli citizens, including my granddaughter who’s waiting for me back home”.

20 ATMOSPHERE JANUARY 2024