The new airline, Riyadh Air, is set to launch its inaugural test flight to obtain the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA). This certificate is crucial as it will allow the airline to begin commercial operations and deploy its routes.
The test flight will use a Boeing 787-9, leased from Saudia, to connect Riyadh to Jeddah. This test operation is a necessary step to ensure the airline’s compliance with the required safety and efficiency standards.
Scheduled to begin operations in 2025, Riyadh Air aims to become a major player in the aviation scene, both regional and international.
Riyadh Air has formalized a strategic partnership with the American airline Delta Airlines, aiming at the exchange of slots between Saudi Arabia and the United States. Read More.
