Riyadh Air

The start-up carrier applied for a foreign air carrier permit and exemption authority in May.

The carrier is readying for the launch of full commercial operations next month.

The start-up carrier has ordered up to 72 Dreamliners.

Full-service flights between Riyadh and London will start in July.

The carrier is in the process of planning and building out its international network.

The carrier plans to take delivery of the aircraft later this year.

Start-up airline Riyadh Air has been given the go-ahead this week by the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority as it obtains its Air Operator’s Certificate.

Saudi Arabian start-up airline Riyadh Air announced a firm order for 60 new A321neo family aircraft from Airbus on Wednesday.

The airline made a big splash last year by ordering 39 brand-new Boeing 787-9 aircraft, with 33 more options for the same model.

Delta and Saudia have signed a new codeshare agreement opening new destinations for both carriers, strengthening the U.S. airline’s Gulf presence.