DefenseBoeing E-3 Sentry destroyed in Iranian attack on U.S. baseImages on social media show that the aircraft was hit during an attack on March 27 at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia.March 29, 2026Read more
DefenseSaudi Arabia drops off Embraer’s priority list for C-390 campaignBrazilian manufacturer had pursued a potential order for up to 33 aircraft and explored plans for a local assembly line in the kingdomMarch 12, 2026Read more
DefenseLeonardo to supply four C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft to Saudi ArabiaDeliveries to the Royal Saudi Naval Forces are scheduled to begin in 2029February 16, 2026Read more
DefenseAirbus pitches higher-payload A400M to Saudi ArabiaPlanned 40-tonne upgrade seen as key advantage in campaign with Royal Saudi Air ForceFebruary 14, 2026Read more
DefenseSaudi F-35 fighters to come with lower capabilities than Israeli fleetDeal would restrict Saudi access to advanced systems and tailored configurations, preserving Israel’s regional technological edgeNovember 20, 2025Read more
DefenseTrump considers F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia ahead of Crown Prince visitPotential deal draws Israeli conditions, Pentagon concerns over technology transferNovember 16, 2025Read more
DefenseUS Reportedly Clears Path for Saudi Acquisition of Up to 48 F-35 FightersPentagon approval advances Riyadh’s long-standing request ahead of high-level diplomatic visit, according to ReutersNovember 05, 2025Read more
Air TransportRiyadh Air Launches Inaugural Riyadh–London Heathrow ServiceSaudi carrier commences first international flight using sole Boeing 787-9, with expansion plans underwayOctober 27, 2025Read more
Air TransportRiyadh Air to launch first route to London Heathrow on October 26New Saudi airline sets debut route between Riyadh and the British capital as it prepares for Boeing 787-9 deliveriesOctober 08, 2025Read more
Air TransportAir Arabia to Launch Low-Cost Carrier in Saudi ArabiaA consortium led by the UAE-based airline won a bid from the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) to establish a new airline based at King Fahd International Airport (DMM) in Dammam.July 21, 2025Read more