Riyadh Air

By Helen Massy-Beresford
Riyadh Air CEO says the carrier plans to launch operations in the fourth quarter of 2025 and hopes to take delivery of two Boeing 787-9s by the end of the year.
Airlines & Lessors

By Graham Warwick
Our roundup of the main aerospace and defense stories making the news this week.
Emerging Technologies

By Helen Massy-Beresford
Riyadh Air has been granted an AOC by Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation, authorizing the start of commercial flight operations.
Airlines & Lessors

By Chen Chuanren
AirAsia is set to receive $100 million from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund as the Malaysian LCC seeks to raise as much as MYR1 billion ($226 million).
Airlines & Lessors

By Keith Mwanalushi
Panasonic Technical Services is opening a new line maintenance station in Riyadh to support airlines’ inflight entertainment needs.
Interiors & Connectivity

By Alan Dron
Saudi Arabian flag-carrier Saudia has concluded 2024 with significant growth in its international operations.
Airlines & Lessors

By Alan Dron
The much-awaited launch of Riyadh Air will be postponed because of aircraft delivery delays.
Airlines & Lessors

By Jens Flottau
Despite international contentions, production delays and unmet sustainability targets, the industry is set for growth.
Airlines & Lessors

By David Casey
Airline execs at Routes World in Bahrain agreed lack of available capacity because of aircraft and engine supply issues remains a major challenge.
Airlines & Lessors

By Alan Dron
Saudi Arabian startup Riyadh Air is looking to create two distinct versions among its new order for 60 Airbus A321neos.
Airlines & Lessors

By Jens Flottau
Riyadh Air has picked Airbus over Boeing to supply its first narrowbody fleet, placing a firm order for 60 Airbus A321neos.
Aircraft & Propulsion

By Victoria Moores
Saudi Arabian startup Riyadh Air is well advanced with its air operator certificate (AOC), and is planning to detail its initial routes in early 2025.
Airports & Networks

By Alan Dron
There’s a new sense of growth and ambition across Middle East airports.
Airlines & Lessors

By David Casey
The latest airline route news, featuring network changes, schedule alterations, codeshares and interline agreements.
Airports & Networks

By James Pozzi
State-funded MRO’s appointment of former Etihad Airways Engineering CEO could further cement its growth ambitions.
MRO

By Chen Chuanren
Riyadh Air and Singapore Airlines have signed an agreement that will see collaboration on interline connectivity, codesharing, cargo and loyalty programs.
Airlines & Lessors

By Lori Ranson, Christine Boynton, Helen Massy-Beresford, Adrian Schofield, Jens Flottau
Airlines have enjoyed strong demand for the past two years. But with more capacity entering the market, yields are coming under pressure.
Airlines & Lessors

By Alan Dron
Riyadh Air will jointly announce new routes and destinations with the Saudi Tourism Authority, to raise global awareness among travelers.
Airlines & Lessors

By James Pozzi, Lee Ann Shay
The state of affairs for aftermarket growth and navigating current market challenges in the region.
Supply Chain

By James Pozzi
Justin O’Donnell, Riyadh Air technical director, speaks to Aviation Week about the startup airline’s MRO plans.
Services & Support

By Christine Boynton
While Riyadh Air is planning an initial narrowbody order with Boeing or Airbus, COO Peter Bellew says Comac will become "a real force to be reckoned with.”
Singapore Airshow

By James Pozzi
How Saudi Arabia’s aviation ambitions are seeping into MRO.
Workforce & Training

By Jens Flottau
The sleeping aviation giant finally is waking up. It could be the next big thing for aerospace.
Airlines & Lessors

By James Pozzi
Saudia Technic plans to develop capabilities and invest in an expanded MRO site in Jeddah.
Services & Support

By Alan Dron
The Gulf region restores its standing as a global air connector.
Airports & Networks