Civil aviation news
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August 11, 2026
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Madeira Airport – Cristiano Ronaldo received an unusual visit with the arrival of a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner associated with the Government of Saudi Arabia. The presence of a wide-body aircraft…
Hopes for a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz have faded as Iran has raised conditions for renewed traffic, while attacks have spread to the Bab el-Mandeb, Saudi ports and Egypt. Some container…
Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal is inviting the public to help design the livery for its 50th aircraft, launching… The post flyadeal launches livery design competition to celebrate 50th aircraft…
Saudia (SV) is revising its Northern Winter 2026/27 international schedule, covering 57 routes from Jeddah (JED), Riyadh (RUH), Madinah (MED) and Dammam (DMM). The post Saudia’s NW26 Schedule Shock…
Saudia was named the world’s most on-time airline for arrivals in July 2026 by Cirium, achieving an 87.24 percent on-time arrival rate across 16,406 flights, compared with an 83.55 percent average…
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has signed a purchase-leaseback agreement with Saudia covering four new Boeing 777F aircraft. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery between October 2026 and May…
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) has signed a purchase agreement with Saudia for four new Boeing 777F aircraft. The aircraft will be leased back to Saudia under long-term lease agreements. The…
This report was originally published on IDRW.org. The newly signed Mecca Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye has triggered a very... The post Pakistani Analyst Calls…
August 8, 2026
KLM resumes Amsterdam to Tel Aviv flights on August 25 with Cyprus crew stops while Dubai, Riyadh and Dammam remain suspended. The post KLM to Resume Tel Aviv Flights From August 25 With Cyprus Crew…
August 7, 2026
Saudi Arabian carrier Riyadh Air has launched a daily direct connection between the capital hub of Riyadh and the Indian financial metropolis of Mumbai. The maiden flight took place on…
August 6, 2026
Riyadh Air has announced the launch of a new service to Kuala Lumpur. The Malaysian capital marks another step in the airline’s international expansion, supporting connections between Saudi Arabia…
Delta Air Lines will launch nonstop service between Atlanta and Riyadh starting October 23, 2026. The route marks… The post Delta launches first nonstop US-Saudi Arabia flight with new Riyadh route…
Flynas is expanding its European network and will launch a new direct connection between Medina and Brussels on October 5, 2026. The Saudi low-cost carrier will fly the route twice a week…
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The Saudi carrier has begun connecting Riyadh and Mumbai with daily frequencies operated by Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, reaching its eighth regular destination.
The Saudi airline began connecting Riyadh and Mumbai with daily frequencies operated by Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, reaching its eighth regular destination.
The airline has confirmed an October launch date for its Atlanta-Riyadh service.
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Riyadh Air has delayed the launch of Manchester flights until September 19, aligning the service with new Pakistan routes while continuing its rapid international expansion with additional Boeing…
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August 5, 2026
Delta Air Lines begins non-stop flights between Atlanta and Riyadh on October 23, marking its first route to Saudi Arabia amid Middle East unrest.
Delta confirms Atlanta to Riyadh flights, strengthening Riyadh Air partnership despite ongoing Middle East tensions. The post Delta Will Launch Atlanta to Riyadh Flights Despite Middle East War…
Riyadh Air has launched daily nonstop flights between Riyadh and Mumbai, marking its eighth destination in just eight weeks since the Saudi carrier began operations on 10 June 2026. The inaugural…
Delta Air Lines Pushes Ahead With Non-Stop Riyadh Flights From October 23 Despite Middle East Unrest
The Middle East remains in turmoil, and many international carriers have abandoned plans to resume flights to the region as tensions between Iran and the United States show no sign of coming to a…
KLN Logistics Group has launched a new road feeder service linking Europe with Saudi Arabia, the UAE and other Middle Eastern markets. The 10,500-kilometre corridor offers door-to-door transit times…
By Ignacio Montes de Oca. The attack by Iraqi militias against Saudi Arabia could mark a turning point in the Middle East war. Not because of the damage it caused, but because…
Young travellers flying with Riyadh Air have a new treat in store: inflight amenity kits featuring Mickey & Friends characters from The Walt Disney Company The post Riyadh Air launches Disney…
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Riyadh Air launches daily Boeing 787-9 flights between Riyadh and Mumbai, expanding passenger connectivity and cargo operations. The post Riyadh Air Begins New 787 Flights to Mumbai appeared first…
Saudi airline Riyadh Air has decided to open non-stop flights from Riyadh to Manila in the Philippines. Flights will be daily with the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner starting September 9, 2026. New…
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August 4, 2026
Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier flynas will launch a new twice-weekly service between Brussels Airport and Madinah (Medina), Saudi Arabia, from 5 October 2026, further strengthening air links between…
The Kingdom’s strategy is designed for growth, connectivity and enhancing the customer experience, writes John Reavy, Mott MacDonald’s aviation director for the Middle East. Aviation is at the heart…
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A Boeing 747-400BCF that previously flew for Saudia and EVA Air has joined Network Airline Management, becoming the… The post Former Saudia and EVA Air Boeing 747-400BCF joins Network Airline…
Saudi Arabia performs particularly strongly with two airports in the top five, while Oman, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates also feature prominently. The post Top 5 Best Regional Airports in the…
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