Middle East fleet to more than double by 2041 to meet increased demand: Boeing
Boeing has released its 2022 commercial market outlook report, where the manufacturer states that the Middle Eastern region’s…
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Saudi Arabia to set up third new global airline alongside RIA, Saudia: report
Saudi Arabia appears to be on a roll when it comes to establishing new airlines, with the country…
New Saudi Arabia Airline RIA eyes Etihad’s Tony Douglas as CEO: report
When reports came out that Saudi Arabia would launch a new multi-billion dollar airline named RIA, it was…
Saudi Arabia to launch new multi-billion-dollar international airline: reports
Saudi Arabia is about to launch a new multi-billion-dollar international airline which will become the kingdom’s second national…
Budget carrier Wizz Air launches 20 routes to Saudi Arabia
Plans by Wizz Airlines to expand in the Middle East continue, with the low-cost carrier announcing a host…
Saudi Arabia opens airspace to all airlines, including Israel’s El Al
Saudi Arabia announced plans to open its airspace to all commercial carriers, thus meaning flights to and from…
Saudi Arabia now allows Lebanese travelers direct entry into the country
Saudi Arabia announced that it would now allow Lebanese citizens and travelers from Lebanon to enter the country…
Turkish Airlines resumes flights to Saudi Arabia
Turkish national flag carrier Turkish Airlines has announced that it will be resuming regular scheduled passenger flights to…
Saudi Arabia launches aircraft lessor to support its aviation growth plans
Saudi Arabia is launching an aircraft leasing company, AviLease, part of the kingdom’s moves to diversify its economy…
Emirates to operate additional flights for upcoming Hajj season
Emirates is deploying extra flights during Hajj 2022 to meet the rising demand for air travel. In a statement,…
flyadeal operates flight with an all-female crew in first for Saudi Arabia
Saudi carrier flyadeal has operated a flight with an all-female crew, the first time in Saudi aviation history. …
Wizz Air eyes expansion in Saudi Arabia
Hungarian ultra-low-cost carrier Wizz Air and the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia have signed a memorandum of…
Saudia makes first flight to Thailand after 32-year hiatus
Saudi Arabia’s flag carrier Saudia made its first direct flight to Thailand in 32 years, arriving at Suvarnabhumi…
SAUDIA and CFM sign deal for 149 LEAP-1A engines
Saudi Arabia’s flag carrier Saudi Arabian Airlines Corporation (SAUDIA) signed a purchase deal with CFM International for 149 LEAP-1A engines to power its…
F-35 vs Checkmate: fight over Gulf’s billions
Several mysteries surround the Sukhoi Checkmate, an upcoming Russian fifth-generation fighter jet, which is often erroneously referred to…
The many wings of the Persian Gulf | Data
Gulf countries have become leaders in the global arms market. This is largely because of two things: a…
Taqnia An-132: the curious tale of Saudi Antonovs
The domestic aircraft industry in Saudi Arabia has been trying to take-off for quite some time. One of…
Saudi Arabia plans to launch a second national airline
Saudi Arabia’s Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced the plan to launch a second country’s flag-carrier. The move comes…