Report: Delta Optimistic About Saudi Arabia Flights Despite ‘Softer’ Ticket Sales
Service between Atlanta and Riyadh is scheduled to launch Oct. 23.
Service between Atlanta and Riyadh is scheduled to launch Oct. 23.
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 Saudi flag carrier will be the first operator of the type in the Middle East.
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.
AviLease has placed an order for up to 30 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, its first direct OEM order, as it seeks to expand its fleet.
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.