STRATEGY AND REGULATION
Air Arabia-backed Saudi low-cost airline targets 50 aircraft
A new Dammam-based low-cost carrier, backed by a consortium led by Air Arabia with Nesma Group and KUN Holding, began flying on 20 September after receiving its air operator certificate from Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation. It operates two Airbus narrowbodies today, plans two more soon, and aims for up to 50 aircraft within five years.
Aerospace Garage desk
A new Dammam-based low-cost carrier, backed by a consortium led by Air Arabia with Nesma Group and KUN Holding, began flying on 20 September after receiving its air operator certificate from Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation. It operates two Airbus narrowbodies today, plans two more soon, and aims for up to 50 aircraft within five years.
Why it matters: A fresh low-cost operator in the Eastern Province adds narrowbody demand for lessors, MRO shops and training providers in Saudi Arabia.
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