Riyadh Air ready for takeoff later this year

Airline secures key certificate, paving way for commercial operations launch

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The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has officially granted an Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) to Riyadh Air, authorising the airline to start commercial flight operations.

The issuance of the AOC confirms Riyadh Air's full compliance with Saudi Arabia's aviation regulations, international standards, and flight safety requirements under the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation.

This milestone follows GACA's comprehensive audit of the airline's technical and aircraft systems, operational readiness, equipment, and the qualifications of both flight and ground personnel.

Riyadh Air is projected to fly to more than 100 destinations by 2030, supported by an order of over 132 aircraft.