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Riyadh Air's 2025 Launch Delayed to Q3 Due to 787 Delivery Issues

Saudi Arabia's new airline, Riyadh Air, has postponed its launch to the third quarter of 2025 following delivery delays of Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The airline anticipates receiving only four Dreamliners in 2025, impacting its initial operational timeline.

2025-01-17T11:25:16.765902-08:00

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Riyadh Air Launch Delayed to Q3 2025 Due to Boeing 787 Shortfall

2025-01-16T08:40:58.680757-08:00

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Riyadh Air Receives First Boeing 787-9 as Technical Spare and Training Aircraft

2025-01-09T05:01:09.756403-08:00

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Riyadh Air Adds Boeing 787-9 as Technical Spare

2025-01-13T09:01:10.185532-08:00

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Riyadh Air: Saudi Arabia's New National Carrier Prepares for Launch Amid Regional Competition

October 15, 2024 - A report on Riyadh Air's development, outlining key milestones and future prospects as Saudi Arabia's new national carrier approaches its 2025 launch. Read More.

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Riyadh Air's 2025 Launch Delayed to Q3 Due to 787 Delivery Issues Saudi Arabia's new airline, Riyadh Air, has postponed its launch to the third quarter of 2025 following delivery delays of Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The airline anticipates receiving only four Dreamliners in 2025, impacting its initial operational timeline.

2025-01-17T11:25:16.765902-08:00

Riyadh Air's 2025 Launch Delayed to Q3 Due to 787 Delivery Issues

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Riyadh Air Launch Delayed to Q3 2025 Due to Boeing 787 Shortfall Riyadh Air faces a revised launch timeline, postponing operations to the third quarter of 2025. Persistent delays in the delivery of Boeing 787 Dreamliners, driven by production challenges at Boeing, are the primary cause of this adjustment for the Saudi Arabian startup airline.

2025-01-16T08:40:58.680757-08:00

Riyadh Air Launch Delayed to Q3 2025 Due to Boeing 787 Shortfall

Air Data News

Riyadh Air Adds Boeing 787-9 as Technical Spare Saudi Arabia's new airline, Riyadh Air, has received its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, designated as a 'technical spare'. This strategic move ensures operational reliability and demonstrates the airline's commitment to maintaining high standards as it prepares for future flights.

2025-01-13T09:01:10.185532-08:00

Riyadh Air Adds Boeing 787-9 as Technical Spare

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Riyadh Air Receives First Boeing 787-9 as Technical Spare and Training Aircraft Riyadh Air, a startup airline based in Saudi Arabia, is set to unveil its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at King Khalid International Airport. The leased aircraft, painted in the airline's distinctive pearl livery, will serve as a technical spare and aid in training purposes.

2025-01-09T05:01:09.756403-08:00

Riyadh Air Receives First Boeing 787-9 as Technical Spare and Training Aircraft

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Riyadh Air Orders 60 Airbus A321neo Jets With Potential Longer-Range Variant Riyadh Air has announced an order for 60 Airbus A321neo aircraft, indicating a preference for the longer-range variant. This move marks a significant step towards the airline's first flight in 2025, as it ramps up for competitive entry in the aviation market.

2024-11-08T01:13:31.021446-08:00

Riyadh Air Orders 60 Airbus A321neo Jets With Potential Longer-Range Variant

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Riyadh Air to Decide on Airbus A350-1000 or Boeing 777X Order by Mid-2024 Riyadh Air, the Saudi Arabian startup, plans to finalize its next widebody aircraft order by mid-2024. The decision is between acquiring Airbus A350-1000s or Boeing 777X jets, as the airline seeks to expand its long-haul fleet following recent purchases.

2024-11-06T05:54:12.351859-08:00

Riyadh Air to Decide on Airbus A350-1000 or Boeing 777X Order by Mid-2024

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Riyadh Air Plans Widebody Order for 787-10 or A350-900 in 2025 Riyadh Air is gearing up to expand its fleet with an order for the Boeing 787-10 or Airbus A350-900, expected in 2025. The move aims to enhance capacity with aircraft capable of seating over 300 passengers.

2024-11-03T20:33:48.385248-08:00

Riyadh Air Plans Widebody Order for 787-10 or A350-900 in 2025

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Riyadh Air Confirms $60 Airbus A321neo Order to Bolster Fleet Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Air has placed a firm order for 60 Airbus A321neo aircraft, selecting the A321neo as its narrowbody fleet choice. The move supports its strategic expansion plan, with operations set to commence in 2025, as it aims to become an aviation hub.

2024-10-30T05:50:08.475403-07:00

Riyadh Air Confirms $60 Airbus A321neo Order to Bolster Fleet

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