In a significant milestone, Riyadh Air is gearing up for the arrival of its inaugural Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.
This leased aircraft is adorned in the airline’s elegant pearl livery. It will serve as a crucial asset for training and act as a technical spare. It has been brought in separately, ahead of the airline’s bulk order of 72 widebody 787-9 aircraft.
The airline will unveil the aircraft at its home base, King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. The new aircraft ascquistion marks a pivotal moment in the airline’s journey towards its highly anticipated launch.
Training and Support Allocation
The airline will soon reveal the much-awaited cabin interiors, designed to set new standards in luxury air travel.. Whilst allocated as a back-up, this particular aircraft will also feature a high-specification interior. This will ensure passengers experience high quality service even when the back-up aircraft is deployed for line operations.
It’s important to note that this aircraft is independent of the airline’s main order of 72 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.
The arrival of this aircraft will play a vital role in the airline’s operational readiness. Riyadh Air will utilize the aircraft extensively for pilot and cabin crew training programs, honing their skills and ensuring seamless operations.
Furthermore, it will serve as a valuable technical spare for fleet support. It will provide crucial backup support to the main fleet and ensure uninterrupted service for passengers.
This proactive approach demonstrates Riyadh Air’s commitment to operational excellence and passenger safety.
Riyadh Air Vision
Riyadh Air aims to become the world’s most forward-thinking carrier embracing the best sustainability practices. Its stated goal is to elevate air travel and set a new standard for reliability, comfort, and hospitality.
As a catalyst for the National Transport and Logistics Strategy, it will likely play a key role in contributing to Saudi Arabia’s wider economic diversification and jobs creation. This will further move the Kingdom toward realizing Vision 2030 goals.
Riyadh Air will fly to a network of more than 100 destinations. This is expected to contribute USD 20 billion to KSA’s non-oil GDP growth, directly and indirectly. It will also createover 200,000 new jobs globally and locally.
Summary
The decision to lease this aircraft underscores Riyadh Air’s proactive and agile approach to business.
By strategically acquiring this interim aircraft, the airline can expedite its operational preparations and begin serving the people of Riyadh and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia sooner than anticipated.
This proactive strategy aligns with the airline’s vision to become a world-class carrier, offering unparalleled travel experiences to its valued guests.
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