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runwayrunway · 9 months

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No. 36 - Riyadh Air

No, they are not changing their name to Saudi Arabian Airways, but there is a new development on the Saudi Arabian flag carrier front.

That's right, Saudia is dead, sayonara you w-

No. That isn't true, that was a joke. But what isn't a joke is that Riyadh Air is a planned second flag carrier for Saudi Arabia.

That's mostly a joke. Other countries have multiple flag carriers, though that comes with a couple caveats. Usually when this happens one is full-service and international while the other is domestic and/or low cost. The UAE has two flag carriers, but one is Dubai's and the other is Abu Dhabi's, which feels like an important distinction.

Saudi Arabia, on the other hand, just has decided they want to operate a second airline instead of doing the normal thing and putting all their resources into one really good airline. I don't understand it. The plan is to keep Saudia based in Jeddah while Riyadh Air is based in Riyadh...again, plenty of airlines have multiple hubs, so I don't see the point. They claim to be the first "digital-native airline", which is shaped like words yet means nothing (also, take that up with David Neeleman and Breeze). They've nabbed Etihad's old CEO and bought a bunch of 787s, and the stated goal is to become the largest carrier in the Gulf region at an unprecedented blistering pace in order to increase tourism. Given Emirates's numbers...well, it's probably still more likely to happen than a startup airline operating exclusively A380s managing to turn a profit, but that's not saying much.

Anyway, they've got a livery! Apparently this is the first of two, so expect a follow-up post when the second one drops, but for now there's plenty to talk about as is.

Unlike many - nay, most - of the subjects I cover, Riyadh Air has made me do absolutely zero research. You do get modern liveries like jetBlue and Lufthansa with little style guides to weakly attempt to back up their relatively mundane graphic design choices and things like condor and Icelandair's lovely little webpages, but Riyadh Air has done them all at least one if not several better by not only explaining in detail where they got their inspiration but also giving me a high-res 3D model of their airplane that I can rotate and zoom in and out on.

Take care; my computer is fairly underpowered and I do have an absurd number of tabs open most of the time, but this did crash my browser multiple times. Even just opening the main page of their website makes my CPU sound like it's spooling up for takeoff.

Okay. First I want to discuss the logo. They've got a video up on their thought process. I had transcribed it, but it looks better in motion, and thankfully they've stopped making it autoplay (presumably because, as I mentioned, this website absolutely guzzles processor as is) and in the process made it possible for me to simply left-click it off their website and into this post. Don't worry about it killing your browser. It's a normal video in a normal tumblr post without a 100 million dollar website chugging along in the background.

(I've taken some screenshots in case anyone does have trouble with the video.)

Now this is how you design a logo. The airplane window thing feels, in retrospect, so obvious I can't believe nobody had done it yet. I think it pairs gorgeously with the R, and I love that they chose to take inspiration from Arabic calligraphy, which is not only a massive point of pride for cultures which utilize the script but also just generally gorgeous. (It looks a bit like a stretched backwards hamza to me.) The shape of the bird's wing is the part I have the most trouble actually connecting to what I'm seeing, but sure, I'll give it to them. What the heck. This logo is nice.

I mentioned when discussing China Airlines that very few airlines use lavender as a primary color. Well, here's one that does! They actually discuss this on their website as well:

Inspired by the lavender blossoms that carpet Saudi Arabia, we've chosen this color because it symbolizes Saudi generosity and its authentic hospitality.

And this is, again, pretty fantastic. This is a thoughtful choice which isn't lazy or arbitrary. It has the potential to really pack a visual punch, and it does the thing I love when flag carriers do - references a feature of its home nation.

An upside to the fact that the livery page takes eons for my computer to chew on is that I get shown this lovely loading screen, which demonstrates the fantastic combination of blues and purples which make up the full scheme of this airline's colors. I love the combination of these colors. Light saturated colors are rare enough, but to see extremely dark blues and purples together like this is a rare delight. It definitely has the potential to get eyestrainy, but if done well it could look absolutely breathtaking.

But will it be done well? After all, a good idea isn't always well-implemented - see condor - and China Airlines's livery fails for me because it's barely got any lavender! So does Riyadh Air fall into the same pit? Let's check the browser-destroying 3D model they've lovingly provided us.

I love that 3D model, by the way. Instead of looking for a bunch of pictures of airplanes that happen to be in the correct lighting and at the right angle to demonstrate the exact thing I'm attempting to discuss I can just...zoom in while putting the plane at the specific angle I want. Normally I actually try not to rely too heavily on things like style guides because a piece of flat-colored concept art isn't actually going to communicate how a plane looks in motion and with light on it, but this is a really really robust model. Sure, it's not quite as maneuverable as I'd like it to be, it's still not a perfect representation of real life, but it's really well made. It even sways side to side a bit and if you zoom in close enough you can see they bothered to model the external sensors and the engines are even turning! Don't worry about the fact that if you zoom in even further you can tell the engines are just a fan suspended floating in a cowling. They even added ambient engine sounds. This model is so cool it legitimately took me several minutes of turning it around and muttering "wow..." under my breath before I realized the environment it was sitting in was just some very stretched and crunchy jpgs.

Mmm, those reflections.

To be honest, I also just enjoyed playing with this thing. It's almost like having a real model plane, but doesn't cost more money than I have! But enough of that.

So they definitely didn't chicken out when it came to the lavender. This plane is as purple as a Breeze Airways plane is blue (it is very purple). It's not just a purple tube, though. Even from a distance you can see that there's added detail here.

I love the wordmark, first off. They've really committed to the billboard look with this gigantic text in both English and Arabic. I love it. With such an overwhelming main body color it feels prudent to make sure the name is as visible as possible so it doesn't get lost in the shuffle.

And with this gigantic, recognizable logo plastered on the bottom you'd be able to identify it just as well from below (and this is zoomed out as far as the website let me!). In fact, the depth of the design really shines best from below. That's not necessarily a good thing, because your plane does have to be parked sometimes, but it's not a dealbreaker either. I just need to say that this is probably my favorite design for an engine nacelle, ever. It's gorgeous, and you can see in the first picture how well it flows into the main design. They don't go together quite as well from the bottom, and from below the plane does look a bit rear-heavy and the wordmark peering in is a bit awkward, but none of those ruin it. I would be stunned if I saw this fly overhead.

The website provides a few details about the design if you zoom in and click little black dots. It took me ages to realize this. It's neither intuitive nor accessible and I truly despise it, so I've taken the liberty of transcribing the bits that matter.

You can turn this plane in any which way you'd like, zoom in and out, and the details on the bottom never stop being beautiful and coherent. It truly does remind me of calligraphy. As they describe it:

Rooted in our Heritage The controlled, smooth linear profiles make up our signature "Canopy Twist". A perfect balance of our rich local culture and our modern global outlook, connecting the city of Riyadh to the world.

I love the name 'Canopy Twist', to be honest. And I love the design, too. My one criticism of it is the colors. They already have an established secondary shade of purple. That they used the text color for the highlights makes sense, but why couldn't they have used their lavender instead of a third shade of purple? In the quantity used for the underside it feels disconnected from the rest of the livery and they could have fixed that very easily by just...using their already existing secondary shade of purple? I think it would make for a very nice bridge to the tail as well, and it just feels like a colossal missed opportunity.

You may have noticed that the bulk of the fuselage body is a color a bit darker than what might conventionally be considered 'lavender'. This, too, is noted.

Indigo Livery Inspired by the ever-changing colors that paint the sky from dusk till dawn. A symbol of tranquility, harmony and integrity.

(This color is obviously purple, not indigo, but I will not belabor that point.)

I love the description, the idea of the transition between dusk and dawn. Much like the window as a basis for a logo, this makes me go "why in the world has nobody thought of that before? That's brilliant!"

It makes me think a bit more could have been done in the details. Maybe the canopy twist could be a gradient, like the gradient of the sky while the sun is rising? Just a thought.

And ultimately it's the canopy twist that is my only real sticking point with this livery. It is beautiful and unique and well-designed and it is simply a color that sticks out like a sore thumb. It's the only warm thing creeping into a design otherwise full of beautiful cool tones, it has gorgeous flow within itself but breaks up the feeling of consistency through the airframe as a whole, and I just...I really wish it were lavender.

If that's my main issue you can do a lot worse. And overall I do like the Riyadh Air livery. If that one detail was changed, this would easily be an A. This review would be all but uncritical. Except for the fact that it could use a bit of canopy twist up top, too (maybe just a tiny bit on the top of the nose, flowing in the same direction) in order to make the plane feel less rear-heavy (though it already beats out the vast majority of liveries in that sense), the issue with the color is my only big criticism. But it's the main detail of the design, isn't it?

It's wild. So much of the time my reviews are "good details, bad when you step back". But this is the opposite. Fantastic, but there's that one detail that sticks with you. And the details by and large are far from bad too. I mentioned the nacelles, and I think it very elegantly transitions the tail into the body. It would be more elegant if the design on the body was the same lavender, though!

A few more nitpicks: the centering of the logo on the tailfin is a little strange, the tail would look better if it had a bit of a gradient to make it less matte-seeming, and the combined effect of those is very luxury-hotel-towel-monogram. Okay. I'm done complaining.

So it falls short of being one of the best I've ever reviewed, but I still really, really like it. The calligraphy inspiration creates these elegant sweeping lines that are perfectly at home on the 787. The deep purple looks luxurious despite the fact that Riyadh Air doesn't plan to offer first class. It's eyecatching. It's stylish.

And, now that I've covered all this, let's look at the colors in person! That's right, they've already had a plane delivered in full Riyadh Air colors.

The deep purple with the lighter canopy twist, combined with the tiny white dots of the various probes and such, make this plane look like an animal camouflaging itself against the night sky in a place untouched by light pollution. The light lavender contrasts sharply in this particular image, sharply enough that it feels like a slice cut out of the plane.

This continues to be an issue from other angles and in other lightings, but the cool-toned light makes this purple look like true indigo and the blueish cast improves the look, giving an almost fluorescent appearance to the transition between the twist and the tail. The way the light reflects off the dark paint makes it look rippling and shifting and alive in a way it never could off white.

In shadow, the plane looks as dark as a city sky. In light, the vibrant purple of a fresh eggplant. This paint job adapts wonderfully to its environment. Much like Vietnam Airlines's, each light brings out a unique beauty.

And sometimes, the tail, detached though it may look, does so in the way a shining arm of a spiral galaxy neatly transitions into the black expanse around it.

Riyadh Air's planes range from ultraviolet to supervoid, but they are never lost in their environment. The principles behind the design remain consistent, and beautiful, and alone in a sky full of planes which refuse to embrace the dark skies they fly in on red-eye journeys.

Ultimately, I think Riyadh Air's livery feels a bit overdesigned. They added one color too many, and a few decisions feel like they don't belong together in the same picture. Just think about the amount of colors here, the balance of major features, and think about Vietnam Airlines, and you'll see what I mean. I'm not a fan of minimalism, but sometimes the only way to keep a story straight is to minimize loose ends. A secret becomes exponentially more likely to be exposed with each new person who learns it.

But before I looked closer, before I zoomed in and out on a little 3D model while my computer screamed, I saw this livery for the first time and my jaw hit the floor. And the average person isn't going to think about this the way I do. Ultimately, my critical eye is usually something I defer to, but I can't argue with the fact that this livery is going to be to someone else what China Airlines is to me. And, like China Airlines, when they come back and look closer at it they'll notice it wasn't as perfect as they thought, but...we've come so far, if this is someone's China Airlines. And as much as I nitpick at details the package counts, too. If you asked me why China Airlines got a C- instead of a D+, my honest reason would be...it struck me enough that I singled it out to begin with, even though that started to fall apart when I looked closer.

Why am I giving Riyadh Air an A- instead of a B+? Because this plane will stun people 5,000 feet below it, and they'll think to themselves that it's the prettiest plane they've ever seen.

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aviaposter · 28 days

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Airbus A330-300 Saudia

Registration: HZ-AQE Painted: Saudi National Day special colours Type: A330-343 Engines: 2 × RR Trent 772B-60 Serial Number: 1147 First flight: Aug 26, 2010

Saudia, formerly known as Saudi Arabian Airlines, is the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, based in Jeddah. The airline's main operational base is at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and King Fahd International Airport in Dammam are secondary hubs. It operates domestic and international scheduled flights to over 100 destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe and North America. Domestic and international charter flights are operated, mostly during the Ramadan and the Hajj season. It joined the SkyTeam airline alliance on 29 May 2012 becoming the first Persian Gulf carrier to join one of the three major airline alliances. Saudia is a member and one of the founders of the Arab Air Carriers Organization. In September 2016, the Airbus A330 (HZ-AQE) was painted in special colors "Saudi National Day".

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compassionatereminders · 2 years

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Oh and apparently we're flying with Saudi Arabian airlines and do you know what that hopefully means? Wifi AND cocktails AND decent food. Woo let's fucking go!

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usafphantom2 · 1 year

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B-52 bombers will receive APUs for fast start of their engines

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 10/27/2022 - 14:39 in Military

After almost 70 years, the redesigned B-52 Stratofortress bomber will receive an APU and can be triggered quickly without the use of ground support equipment.

As part of the Commercial Engine Replacement Program (CERP), Boeing selected Honeywell's proven auxiliary power unit (APU) 36-150 to upgrade the B-52 with an auxiliary starting air unit (ASAU) on the wing. As reported by Aerospace Manufacturing and Design, each ASAU consists of an APU and a controller that provides high-pressure air to start the main jet engines before starting.

Thanks to Honeywell ASAU, the redesigned B-52 Stratofortress bomber will meet the operational requirements of fast start without the use of ground support equipment, thus increasing the readiness of the mission and the flexibility of aircraft's operations.

Currently the B-52 has ground support equipment to start its engines. Alternatively, in an emergency situation, the USAF can use explosive gunpowder cartridges to quickly start some of the aircraft's engines, with the remaining engines driven by internal generator power while the bomber taxis to the end of the runway. This "Cart Start" reduces takeoff time from one hour to ten minutes, as can be seen in the video below:

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“The B-52 is one of the most durable aircraft in the USAF, ensuring the readiness of the force against emerging threats,” said Dave Marinick, president of Motors and Power Systems at Honeywell Aerospace. “We are confident that our proven APU 36-150 will exceed USAF expectations throughout the CERP contract and subsequent B-52 active service squad service that will last until at least 2050. Honeywell's auxiliary power systems proudly serve all generations of USAF's long-range attack aircraft, and Honeywell hopes to continue to serve the USAF in the next phase of the B-52's operational life."

Honeywell APU 36-150.

ASAU is the latest variant of Honeywell's successful APU 36-150 model series. This new version is equipped with the latest compressor technology originally developed for the commercial aircraft sector, with minor modifications to meet the specified performance and installation requirements of the B-52 ASAU application.

In early 2022, Lockheed Martin Sikorsky-Boeing's DEFIANT X helicopter, currently a candidate to win the U.S. Army's Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) competition, also selected Honeywell's APU 36-150 for its auxiliary energy needs.

Honeywell has a long history of supporting USAF and Boeing by providing secondary power systems and APUs for aircraft. Honeywell's secondary power systems are in active service on F-15, F-22, F-35 and F/A-18 fighters. Honeywell APUs are also in active service on USAF C-130 and C-17 transport aircraft and M32 land carts.

As already explained, the CERP represents "the biggest modification in history" of the B-52. The new package includes radar, engines, communications, towers, cabin displays and the exclusion of a crew station, which means that it "makes sense" to have a new designation. The B-52H will be redesigned as B-52J or possibly B-52K, but the USAF has not yet decided what will constitute the new B-52 variant.

As some of the new APG-79B4 radars will be installed on the bombers before the new Rolls-Royce F130 engines, the question is whether there will be two designations. For the version with the new radar, the B-52 pilot operating manual and maintenance manuals will be rewritten; and it will be rewritten again when the engines are changed.

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thedesignair · 11 months

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Riyadh Air launches livery and brand video ahead of AIX

Riyadh Air, the new Saudi Arabian airline, headed up by veteran CEO Tony Douglas has just unveiled the first of two liveries that will adorn the airline’s fleet on Instagram earlier today. The airline has certainly decided to stand out with a bold, metallic purple look that will draw attention as it touches down to its impressive 100+ destinations by the decade’s end. With an accelerated growth…

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tengomilpalabrasparati · 1 year

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Tal día como hoy 12 de noviembre ...

2014: El módulo de aterrizaje Philae se desprende de la sonda espacial Rosetta y aterriza sobre el cometa 67P/Churiumov-Guerasimenko, siendo la primera vez que un dispositivo humano llega a posarse en un cometa.

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2001: Se estrella un avión Airbus A300 de la compañía American Airlines en el barrio de Queens (Nueva York) que acaba de despegar, causando la muerte a sus 260 ocupantes y a 5 personas más en tierra.

2001: El ejército talibán abandona Kabul (capital de Afganistán), a causa de la llegada de la Alianza del Norte.

1997: Ramzi Yousef es declarado culpable del atentado a las Torres Gemelas de 1993 y condenado a cadena perpetua sin posibilidad de libertad condicional.

1996: En votación de la Asamblea General de la ONU resulta por mayoría la negativa al embargo estadounidense contra Cuba.

1996: Un avión Boeing 747 de Saudi Arabian Airlines y un Ilyushin Il-76 de carga kazajo colisionan en pleno vuelo, sobre la villa de Charkhi Dadri (India), causando la muerte a 349 personas, todos sus ocupantes. Es el accidente aéreo más mortífero en pleno vuelo de la historia de la aviación.

1990: Tim Berners-Lee describe la idea de la World Wide Web, o conjunto de protocolos para compartir información operando sobre los existentes (Internet), que dará lugar a la Web como hoy en día se conoce.

1990: El productor Frank Farian hace público que las voces del dúo alemán Milli Vanilli son en realidad de otros dos cantantes, descubriéndose el que se considera el mayor fraude de la historia de la música.

1984: Se publica en Estados Unidos el álbum "Like a Virgin" de la cantante Madonna, que venderá 25 millones de copias.

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Boost Your Airline’s Reach in Saudi Arabia with Amadeus API

The airline industry continually seeks innovative solutions to streamline operations and enhance customer satisfaction. For Saudi Arabia, a nation experiencing a rapid transformation in its tourism and aviation sectors as part of its Vision 2030, the integration of advanced technological solutions like Grey Space Computing with Amadeus APIs is not just beneficial — it’s essential. This integration promises to revolutionize airline ticketing systems, making them more efficient, flexible, and user-friendly.

The Rise of Digital Solutions in Saudi Arabian Aviation

Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 aims to diversify the economy and reduce its dependence on oil by investing heavily in infrastructure, tourism, and technology. The aviation sector is a significant focus, given its role in facilitating tourism and international business. Modernizing airline ticketing systems through technological integration is crucial to managing increased air traffic and improving passenger experiences, aligning with the country’s strategic goals.

Understanding Grey Space Computing and Amadeus APIs

Grey Space Computing is a technology provider offering solutions that leverage computing innovation to optimize various business operations. Amadeus, a global leader in travel technology, provides comprehensive APIs that offer access to a vast range of travel services, including real-time flight booking, price comparisons, and itinerary planning.

Integration Benefits

1. Enhanced Booking Efficiency

Integrating Amadeus APIs into the Grey Space Computing platform allows airlines and travel agencies in Saudi Arabia to access up-to-the-minute data on flight schedules, seat availability, and pricing. This integration facilitates instant bookings and updates, reducing the time spent on processing reservations and increasing the accuracy of the data provided to customers.

2. Customization and Flexibility

Grey Space Computing’s integration with Amadeus APIs allows for high levels of customization. Airlines can tailor their booking systems to address specific operational needs and customer preferences, such as offering dynamic pricing, loyalty programs, or bundled travel services. This flexibility enhances the user experience and can lead to increased customer loyalty and revenue.

3. Scalability for Future Growth

As Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector expands, the ability to scale operations efficiently becomes crucial. Grey Space Computing’s solutions, combined with Amadeus APIs, are designed to scale seamlessly to handle increasing transaction volumes without a drop in performance, ensuring that airlines can grow without technology being a bottleneck.

4. Improved Customer Experience

Today’s travelers expect swift, seamless, and personalized service. The Grey Space Computing-Amadeus integration provides features such as mobile ticketing, real-time notifications, and multi-language support, all of which contribute to a smoother and more enjoyable customer experience. This is particularly important in Saudi Arabia’s competitive travel market, where customer satisfaction can significantly impact business success.

5. Data Analytics and Insights

The integration enables robust data analysis capabilities. Airlines can track and analyze every aspect of the ticketing process and customer behavior, from booking patterns to flight preferences. These insights allow airlines to make informed decisions about route adjustments, promotional offers, and overall service improvements.

6. Cost Efficiency

By automating and optimizing ticketing processes, airlines can reduce overhead costs associated with manual tasks and error management. Moreover, the enhanced accuracy and operational efficiency translate into lower operational costs and improved profitability.

Case Studies and Implementation in Saudi Arabia

Consider the example of a Saudi Arabian airline that implemented Grey Space Computing powered by Amadeus APIs. The airline previously faced challenges with its legacy booking system, including slow response times and frequent errors in booking confirmations. After integrating the advanced APIs, the airline saw a 50% reduction in customer complaints due to booking errors and a 20% increase in online bookings, reflecting enhanced user confidence in the booking system.

Another case involves a Saudi travel agency that adopted the integrated solution to offer more competitive pricing and customized travel packages. The agency was able to utilize the dynamic pricing feature and real-time availability data to increase sales margins by 15% and improve customer satisfaction scores.

Looking Ahead

As Saudi Arabia continues to enhance its position as a global travel hub, the adoption of integrated technology solutions like Grey Space Computing with Amadeus APIs will play a pivotal role. Not only do these solutions improve operational efficiencies and customer satisfaction, but they also support the broader strategic objectives of the Saudi Vision 2030.

In conclusion, the integration of Grey Space Computing with Amadeus APIs represents a significant advancement in airline ticketing systems within Saudi Arabia. By embracing these technologies, airlines and travel agencies can ensure they remain competitive in a fast-evolving market, offering services that meet the high expectations of modern travelers.

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exyot · 14 days

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Skyward Ventures: Air Cargo Companies Elevating Logistics in Saudi Arabia

In the realm of logistics, the air cargo industry holds a special place, especially in regions where vast distances and challenging terrains pose significant challenges to traditional transportation methods. Saudi Arabia, with its expansive landscapes and growing economy, has witnessed a surge in air cargo operations in recent years. This article delves into the role of air cargo companies in transforming logistics in the Kingdom and explores the factors contributing to their success air cargo companies in Saudi Arabia

The Rise of Air Cargo in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's strategic location at the crossroads of three continents makes it an ideal hub for air cargo operations. With a rapidly expanding economy and increasing international trade, there has been a growing demand for efficient and reliable logistics solutions. Air cargo companies have stepped in to fill this void, offering fast, secure, and cost-effective transportation options for businesses across various industries.

Key Players in the Sky

Several prominent air cargo companies operate in Saudi Arabia, catering to the diverse needs of businesses ranging from e-commerce giants to manufacturing conglomerates. These companies leverage state-of-the-art aircraft, advanced logistics technology, and extensive networks to deliver goods swiftly and efficiently. Among the key players are global carriers like Saudi Arabian Airlines Cargo, as well as international freight forwarders and express delivery companies.

Infrastructure Investments

The success of air cargo companies in Saudi Arabia is closely tied to the development of infrastructure. The Kingdom has made significant investments in expanding and modernizing its airports, with facilities like King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah serving as major air cargo hubs. These airports boast world-class cargo terminals equipped with advanced handling equipment and storage facilities to cater to the growing demand for air freight services.

Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations

Collaboration is key to the success of air cargo companies in Saudi Arabia. Strategic partnerships with global logistics providers, freight forwarders, and e-commerce platforms have enabled these companies to expand their reach and offer end-to-end logistics solutions to customers. By leveraging each other's strengths and expertise, they can optimize routes, streamline operations, and deliver exceptional service to clients.

Technology Integration

Technology plays a pivotal role in the operations of air cargo companies, enabling them to track shipments in real-time, optimize cargo loading, and improve overall efficiency. Advanced systems for cargo management, inventory tracking, and customs clearance facilitate smooth and seamless operations, reducing turnaround times and enhancing customer satisfaction. Moreover, the integration of digital platforms and e-commerce solutions has revolutionized the way goods are transported and delivered, opening up new avenues for growth and innovation.

Sustainability Initiatives

In line with global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate environmental impact, air cargo companies in Saudi Arabia are increasingly adopting sustainable practices. This includes investments in fuel-efficient aircraft, alternative fuels, and eco-friendly packaging solutions. Moreover, efforts are underway to optimize flight routes, reduce empty return trips, and minimize waste throughout the supply chain. By prioritizing sustainability, these companies are not only reducing their ecological footprint but also enhancing their long-term viability in a rapidly evolving industry.

Future Outlook

As Saudi Arabia continues to position itself as a global logistics hub, the future looks promising for air cargo companies operating in the Kingdom. Continued investments in infrastructure, technology, and sustainability initiatives are expected to drive growth and innovation in the industry. With a strong focus on meeting the evolving needs of customers and adapting to changing market dynamics, air cargo companies are poised to play a vital role in shaping the future of logistics in Saudi Arabia and beyond. air cargo companies are playing a pivotal role in elevating logistics in Saudi Arabia, offering fast, reliable, and efficient transportation solutions to businesses across various sectors. With strategic investments, partnerships, and a focus on sustainability, these companies are reshaping the landscape of logistics and driving economic growth in the Kingdom. As the demand for air cargo services continues to grow, the sky is truly the limit for the future of logistics in Saudi Arabia logistics company in Saudi Arabia

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Events 2.24 (after 1920)

1920 – Nancy Astor becomes the first woman to speak in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom following her election as a Member of Parliament (MP) three months earlier. 1920 – The Nazi Party (NSDAP) was founded by Adolf Hitler in the Hofbräuhaus beer hall in Munich, Germany 1942 – Seven hundred ninety-one Romanian Jewish refugees and crew members are killed after the MV Struma is torpedoed by the Soviet Navy. 1942 – The Battle of Los Angeles: A false alarm led to an anti-aircraft barrage that lasted into the early hours of February 25. 1945 – Egyptian Premier Ahmad Mahir Pasha is killed in Parliament after reading a decree. 1946 – Colonel Juan Perón, founder of the political movement that became known as Peronism, is elected to his first term as President of Argentina. 1949 – The Armistice Agreements are signed, to formally end the hostilities of the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. 1967 – Cultural Revolution: Zhang Chunqiao announces the dissolution of the Shanghai People's Commune, replacing its local government with a revolutionary committee. 1968 – Vietnam War: The Tet Offensive is halted; South Vietnamese forces led by Ngo Quang Truong recapture the citadel of Hué. 1971 – The All India Forward Bloc holds an emergency central committee meeting after its chairman, Hemantha Kumar Bose, is killed three days earlier. P.K. Mookiah Thevar is appointed as the new chairman. 1976 – The 1976 constitution of Cuba is formally proclaimed. 1978 – The Yuba County Five disappear in California. Four of their bodies are found four months later. 1981 – The 6.7 Ms Gulf of Corinth earthquake affected Central Greece with a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). Twenty-two people were killed, 400 were injured, and damage totaled $812 million. 1983 – A special commission of the United States Congress condemns the Japanese American internment during World War II. 1984 – Tyrone Mitchell perpetrates the 49th Street Elementary School shooting in Los Angeles, killing two children and injuring 12 more. 1989 – United Airlines Flight 811, bound for New Zealand from Honolulu, rips open during flight, blowing nine passengers out of the business-class section. 1991 – Gulf War: Ground troops cross the Saudi Arabian border and enter Iraq, thus beginning the ground phase of the war. 1996 – Two civilian airplanes operated by the Miami-based group Brothers to the Rescue are shot down in international waters by the Cuban Air Force. 1999 – China Southwest Airlines Flight 4509, a Tupolev Tu-154 aircraft, crashes in Rui'an, Zhejiang, China. All 61 people on board are killed. 2004 – The 6.3 Mw Al Hoceima earthquake strikes northern Morocco with a maximum Mercalli intensity of IX (Violent). At least 628 people are killed, 926 are injured, and up to 15,000 are displaced. 2006 – Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo declares Proclamation 1017 placing the country in a state of emergency in attempt to subdue a possible military coup. 2007 – Japan launches its fourth spy satellite, stepping up its ability to monitor potential threats such as North Korea. 2008 – Fidel Castro retires as the President of Cuba and the Council of Ministers after 32 years. He remains as head of the Communist Party for another three years. 2015 – A Metrolink train derails in Oxnard, California following a collision with a truck, leaving more than 30 injured. 2016 – Tara Air Flight 193, a de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft, crashed, with 23 fatalities, in Solighopte, Myagdi District, Dhaulagiri Zone, while en route from Pokhara Airport to Jomsom Airport. 2020 – Mahathir Mohamad resigns as Prime Minister of Malaysia following an attempt to replace the Pakatan Harapan government, which triggered the 2020-2022 Malaysian political crisis. 2022 – Russo-Ukrainian War: Days after recognising Donetsk and Luhansk as independent states, Russian president Vladimir Putin orders a full scale invasion of Ukraine.

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Saudia Plans to Introduce Flying Taxis for Hajj Pilgrims

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runwayrunway · 9 months

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No. 35 - Saudia/Saudi Arabian Airlines

This is the third of three requests from @twtd11. A very serendipitously timed one, because I had just begun researching for this post when it came in.

I would just like to take a moment to thank you for the requests. Everyone, but specifically twtd11 for sending in multiple. I love writing these, and there are so many potentially juicy topics out there. There are between 5,000 and 5,500 airlines currently with ICAO codes, some of which have had multiple liveries throughout history or even multiple in active use, before even mentioning the defunct ones. There is a non-negligible degree of decision paralysis that comes with choosing subjects, and requests help steer me towards topics and trains of thought I'm interested in discussing. Not to mention, of course, that I get to cover things that people are actively interested in seeing. I appreciate them a lot.

Okay. Aside...aside. Let's talk about Saudia, or Saudi Arabian Airlines, whichever one it is at any given time, the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia.

Let me propose a hypothetical to you. Say you were one of the richest countries on the entire planet, strategically located somewhere that both has most major cities in the world within range for a nonstop flight and enough oil that it basically prints money. You're trying to participate in geopolitics and have the world's third largest immigrant population. You are the site of the largest pilgrimage in the world, now largely conducted by air. You have a flag carrier, like most countries, and over half your fleet is large twin-aisle jets ready to be plopped down at airports all over the world.

You'd want to make them.....look really interesting and striking and memorable, right? Really represent your country's culture and heritage and remind the people exhaustedly looking out of the window of a plane that's been baking on the tarmac for an hour of how big and important your airline is?

I just think I would have made different choices here.

Saudia is obviously the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia. I think the government tried to privatise it at some point but I don't think they've actually finished that process. It was founded in 1945 as Saudi Arabian Airlines, and was run by TWA despite being wholly government-owned.

Saudia is really weird.

It was named Saudi Arabian Airlines until 1972, when it became Saudia. In 1996 it was renamed back to Saudia Arabian Airlines, and it was then renamed back again to Saudia in 2012. This is definitely confusing and/or silly. It also makes it comparably harder to date historical mentions of it just by name the way it does hearing USAir vs US Airways. I even see sources, including relatively journalistic ones, incorrectly use the anachronistic name anyway. Saudia is the better name, in my opinion. If you think 'Saudia' is shorter than 'Saudi Arabian Airlines', compare 'السعودية' to 'الخطوط الجوية العربية السعودية'. 'al-Ḫuṭūṭ al-Jawwiyyah al-ʿArabiyyah as-Suʿūdiyyah'. The way that proper nouns work in Arabic make an already long name completely unwieldy, while Saudia is completely regular and manageable. It's a bit pointless to discuss, though. The two have become interchangeable at this point. The switches have become more and more frequent over time, too. I'm taking bets for what happens in 2026 - are they going to become Saudi Arabian Airlines again, or will they daringly pick a third option and become Saudia Arabian Airlines? (They will not do this, and they're Saudia to me forever anyway.)

This is sort of a trend with Saudia. They have such a non-brand that they keep doing 'brand overhauls' which are negligibly different from each other. This applies to their liveries too. A new Saudia livery is the equivalent of a Fall/Winter collection from the Gap. It's...the Gap. New Saudia livery? Well...it's an airplane livery with Saudia branding. That's just not anything.

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Hey, everyone! We added a livery revision! We had a cheatline and now it's a hockey stick!

We added more stripes! Aren't we innovative?

I actually do love the combination of these specific blues and greens, and would love to see it used on a competent livery, but attached to nothing it's just so sad. The same goes for the typeface used. Gorgeous, but meaningless. It was actually decent for the time, but...look, I'm not here to talk about it, and given what's coming it's hard to be too nice to it even though the colorscheme is genuinely gorgeous.

I also think this illustrates fantastically my point about Saudia vs Saudi Arabian Airlines. In the pictures above, each side has one of the names written in English and the other in Arabic, and...I think you can see for yourself.

This livery is so incredibly boring that it somehow looks worse on the TriStar than the 737, which is so unusual! The more interesting shape of the TriStar just lets on how painfully boring this is.

But that was then. Where are we now?

Ah...not much better. It's an upside-down United situation, half white and half off-white, which can look classy in some cases but in this example just looks dated. You have to do something to distinguish a livery like this. A nice color scheme (which this gold-and-dark-blue certainly is) and a gorgeous typeface can't save it.

This picture gives a fantastic view of how gorgeous the cream, gold, green, and dark blue used are. If only they were used in a way that accomplishes something! This is a travesty of great details which are just put down on a piece of paper and left to sit! Good details mean nothing if they're all you have. It just makes this livery all the more tragic.

('God Bless You' is not the name of the plane, just something written on all Saudia planes. Bless you too, HZ-HM1A.)

Why would you ever. Why would you ever color only the top of the fin on an MD-11, and then leave the engine flesh-color. Did not a single person realize that the ratio of blue to cream this creates looks terrible?

This is so frustrating. Every feature here is visually pleasing, and the plane itself sort of is unless you look close, but it's so nothing, so cowardly, that I become angry. This is bereft of design and creativity, despite having all the features it needs to succeed if they were applied decently. (Seriously, that typeface is beautiful.)

The Arab States of the Persian Gulf are some of the wealthiest countries in the world. Their airlines tend to be luxurious, with brand new fleets of well-equipped airliners replete with some of the world's best first-and-business-class cabins for the discerning travelling millionaire. I've never flown with one of them, because I am not a millionaire (or particularly discerning when it comes to cabin service, in all honesty), but it absolutely does show in their liveries. Each of them carries itself with a unique sort of careless gravitas, like a bed with a carved walnut headboard and brocade sheets, neatly made in the morning by an underpaid and mistreated migrant housekeeper.

Compare Saudia. The elegant frame of the Dreamliner given the livery of a mid-90s US carrier which would go out of business before the mid-aughts. This is non-design.

I mention, when I outline my grading system, that a D grade is not only for liveries which are ugly or badly designed. That's how I've ended up using it so far, most of the time. After all, I mostly discuss liveries that are interesting, since there's more to talk about and more to motivate me to write a post. And I do think Saudia is somewhat interesting case of a livery which is pretty, which has nice features, which is...inoffensive. Yet it is so cowardly that I truly do not believe it is satisfactory. It's almost a little unsettling, how there's nothing about this livery I specifically dislike yet the complete package is so reprehensible to me.

Final Grade: D+

Well, okay, I'm done with this livery. Tomorrow's bonus post will be about a much more interesting Saudi airline, and we'll have a post later today about a much more interesting aspect of Saudia's design, but for the moment thankfully we're done with this...

...this is a wet lease. They've been wet leasing planes to meet hajj demand, and those planes are primarily white. But for a moment I thought this was actually a new livery and almost began crying.

Okay. We're okay. This is their most recent non-lease delivery. We're okay. Don't scare me like that, Saudia! Geez!

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Boeing 747-400 BDSF Saudia Cargo

Registration: 9H-AKF Type: 747-45E BDSF Engines: 4 × GE CF6-80C2B1F Serial Number: 27898 First flight: Dec 28, 1994

Saudia Cargo is a Saudi Arabian air freight flag carrier established in 2007 with headquarters in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In 2008, the company joined the IATA interest group Cargo iQ. Saudia Cargo provides multi-specialized cargo handling as it operates a fleet of 8 freighter aircraft (B747-400 and B777F) to 13 cargo destinations as well as over 58 belly international destinations across six continents. The airline's main hub is at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Saudia Cargo joined the SkyTeam Cargo airline alliance on April 15, 2019.

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Lockheed Martin releases new conceptual images of NGAD

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 10/27/22 - 18:07 in Military

The sixth-generation stealth game development program "NGAD - Next Generation Air Dominance" under development by the US has come to light once again, after the publication of new conceptual arts from the Lockheed Martin company, in which this time the proposal for a next generation LMXT strategic refueling aircraft also appears.

In the new images, an aircraft, which has several similarities with the previous preliminary NGAD projects, is shown being refueled by an LMXT tanker aircraft, with Lockheed Martin showing how it predicts future USAF operations and how new generation fighters and air refuelling aircraft will be developed with a high degree of interoperability.

As reported by the analysts of "The Drive", what "highs" in the construction and appearance of the aircraft is that the nozzles are diamond-shaped and the exhaust of its double engines is located at the top of the fuselage, a specific tactical project aimed at reducing the thermal trace and radar signature of the fighter, to serve its stealthy properties.

In fact, to reduce the radar section (RCS - Radar Cross Section), that is, as it calculates how detectable an object or a platform by radars is and is a key element for the characterization of an aircraft as "stealth", the aircraft in Locheed Martin's design concept have a new, bright and possibly reflective painting, which was recently seen in test flights

At this point, we must emphasize that it is not yet clear whether these preliminary projects are the final choice for the construction and development of the NGAD fighter, as several companies are working to present competing proposals. However, Lockheed Martin's decision to disclose these images may indicate his philosophy and vision for sixth generation aircraft, at a time when the secret Collaborative Combat Aircraft - NGAD CCA subprogram has also become known, which concerns the deployment of a sufficient number of UAVs to operate alongside the sixth-generation manned fighter.

Previous conceptual art of the NGAD released by Lockheed Martin shows similarity to the new arts.

It is recalled that a year ago, Will Roper, a senior civil officer of the USAF, revealed that the U.S. Air Force secretly designed, built and flew a prototype of the new and enigmatic next-generation fighter.

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