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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

AeroTime

Aeromexico and Delta Lead 2024 On-Time Performance Rankings

2025-01-02T02:09:53.666921-08:00

Air Data News

Flyadeal Nears Order for 10 Airbus A330-900 Jets

2025-01-14T13:42:15.524521-08:00

Reuters

Flyadeal to Acquire 10 Airbus A330neo Aircraft for Expansion

2025-01-14T02:40:30.904227-08:00

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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

Flyadeal Nears Order for 10 Airbus A330-900 Jets Flyadeal, a Saudi low-cost carrier under the Saudia Group, is on the verge of finalizing an order with Airbus for 10 A330-900 aircraft. This move underscores Flyadeal's strategic focus on expanding its widebody fleet.

2025-01-14T13:42:15.524521-08:00

Flyadeal Nears Order for 10 Airbus A330-900 Jets

Reuters

Flyadeal to Acquire 10 Airbus A330neo Aircraft for Expansion Flyadeal is finalizing a deal to procure 10 Airbus A330neo jets as part of Saudi Arabia's strategic investment boost in aviation. This acquisition represents flyadeal's entry into the wide-body aircraft market, aligning with the kingdom’s aviation growth ambitions.

2025-01-14T02:40:30.904227-08:00

Flyadeal to Acquire 10 Airbus A330neo Aircraft for Expansion

AeroTime

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Aeromexico and Delta Lead 2024 On-Time Performance Rankings Aeromexico was named the most punctual airline globally with an 86.72% on-time performance in 2024, as reported by Cirium. Delta Air Lines, despite operational challenges, earned the top spot among U.S. carriers and received Cirium's Platinum Award for Operational Excellence.

2025-01-02T02:09:53.666921-08:00

Aeromexico and Delta Lead 2024 On-Time Performance Rankings

Aviation Source

Saudia and Flyadeal Lead Global OTP Rankings Saudia achieved the highest global On-Time Performance (OTP) with an 89.85% arrival rate in November 2024, while flyadeal topped among low-cost carriers. This highlights Saudia Group's strategic focus on operational excellence and underlines increased customer confidence as reported by Cirium.

2024-12-22T22:40:41.435949-08:00

Saudia and Flyadeal Lead Global OTP Rankings

Airline Economics

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Air France-KLM and Saudia MoU Boosts MRO and Strategic Alliances Air France-KLM and Saudia have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations. The strategic partnership includes exploring joint ventures for GE Aerospace engines and aims to localize maintenance capabilities within Saudi Arabia.

2024-12-04T02:31:43.116335-08:00

Air France-KLM and Saudia MoU Boosts MRO and Strategic Alliances

Skift

Saudia Targets 7.5M Indian Visitors by 2030 Amidst Competitive Landscape Saudia plans to expand operations across major Indian cities, including Delhi and Mumbai, enhancing connectivity and boosting tourism tailored to Vision 2030. The strategy involves increased flight frequencies and improved service offerings despite intense competition from Indian and Middle Eastern carriers.

2024-12-03T20:07:47.791016-08:00

Saudia Targets 7.5M Indian Visitors by 2030 Amidst Competitive Landscape

Aviation Source

Saudia and Air France-KLM Expand MRO Capabilities with Strategic MOU Saudia and Air France-KLM have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to significantly enhance and localize Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul capabilities, marking a strategic collaboration in aviation maintenance. This partnership aims to boost operational efficiency and technical expertise within the airline sector.

2024-12-03T16:14:22.407370-08:00

Saudia and Air France-KLM Expand MRO Capabilities with Strategic MOU