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Emirates Rolls Out Retrofitted Boeing 777s for Riyadh Services

Emirates is deploying its newly retrofitted Boeing 777 fleet on all flights to Riyadh, making the Saudi capital the first in the Middle East/GCC to be exclusively served by these upgraded aircraft, featuring enhanced business class and premium economy cabins.

2025-03-17T07:33:09.241130-07:00

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Iberia Launches First Airbus A321XLR for Transatlantic Expansion

2024-10-30T05:05:56.393898-07:00

Reuters

Riyadh Air Confirms $60 Airbus A321neo Order to Bolster Fleet

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

Bloomberg

Delta and Riyadh Air Announce Strategic Partnership for Enhanced Connectivity

2024-07-09T10:04:49.039921-07:00

Hype Analysis

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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Emirates Rolls Out Retrofitted Boeing 777s for Riyadh Services Emirates is deploying its newly retrofitted Boeing 777 fleet on all flights to Riyadh, making the Saudi capital the first in the Middle East/GCC to be exclusively served by these upgraded aircraft, featuring enhanced business class and premium economy cabins.

2025-03-17T07:33:09.241130-07:00

Emirates Rolls Out Retrofitted Boeing 777s for Riyadh Services

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Air France to Operate Direct Paris-Riyadh A350 Flights from May 2025 Air France is set to launch a new direct service between Paris Charles de Gaulle and Riyadh using A350-900 aircraft. This route marks a strategic expansion in the Middle East, with all Air France-KLM Group airlines offering services to Saudi Arabia.

2025-03-13T07:32:59.226532-07:00

Air France to Operate Direct Paris-Riyadh A350 Flights from May 2025

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Riyadh Air Targets 777-9X or A350-1000 for Fleet Expansion Riyadh Air is in the final stages of selecting a Widebody aircraft, considering Boeing 777-9X or Airbus A350-1000. Aiming to expand its network, the airline plans to reach 100 destinations by 2030, enhancing its competitive standing in the market.

2025-03-12T06:38:55.366952-07:00

Riyadh Air Targets 777-9X or A350-1000 for Fleet Expansion

Airways Magazine

Riyadh Air to Expand Fleet with Twin-Aisle Aircraft in 2025 Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas has announced plans for the airline to expand its fleet by introducing twin-aisle wide-body aircraft in 2025, aiming to increase its capacity and enhance its long-haul service offerings. This strategic move reflects the carrier's growth ambitions in the competitive aviation market.

2025-03-04T08:31:03.742567-08:00

Riyadh Air to Expand Fleet with Twin-Aisle Aircraft in 2025

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Panasonic Avionics Secures 10-Year IFE MRO Deal with Riyadh Air Panasonic Avionics has signed a significant 10-year contract with Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Air to provide in-flight entertainment maintenance for its fleet of 39 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, marking an essential collaboration for aircraft support in the region.

2025-02-12T07:30:58.200530-08:00

Panasonic Avionics Secures 10-Year IFE MRO Deal with Riyadh Air

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Riyadh Air Partners with LIV Golf League for Multi-Year Deal Riyadh Air, the new Saudi Arabian national carrier, has entered a partnership with LIV Golf League. This multi-year agreement aims to enhance visibility and expand reach for both parties, focusing on global audiences in aviation and sports entertainment sectors.

2025-02-10T15:06:33.648731-08:00

Riyadh Air Partners with LIV Golf League for Multi-Year Deal

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Panasonic Avionics Secures 10-Year IFE Maintenance Deal with Riyadh Air Panasonic Avionics will deliver comprehensive in-flight entertainment maintenance for Riyadh Air's 787 Dreamliners under a pivotal 10-year agreement. The plan includes a new line maintenance station in Riyadh and the hiring of local staff to enhance the MRO services offered.

2025-02-10T03:14:27.625706-08:00

Panasonic Avionics Secures 10-Year IFE Maintenance Deal with Riyadh Air

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Riyadh Air in Negotiations for 50 Wide-Body Jets from Boeing and Airbus Riyadh Air, the Saudi-based start-up airline, is in talks to acquire 50 additional wide-body aircraft. The potential order includes Airbus A350-1000s and Boeing 777X models, indicating a significant expansion plan even before launching its first commercial operations.

2025-02-04T10:50:37.861830-08:00

Riyadh Air in Negotiations for 50 Wide-Body Jets from Boeing and Airbus

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