The FAA has warned US airlines to use caution over Saudi Arabia after attacks in Riyadh shut the capital’s airport and disrupted flights. Delta has delayed its planned Atlanta-Riyadh route until March.
01Summary
- 01The FAA told US airlines late on Sunday to exercise caution flying in or around Saudi Arabia because of safety-of-flight risks linked to ongoing military activity and navigation systems.
- 02King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh remained closed on Monday after strikes that escalated on Saturday and hit a passenger terminal.
- 03Officials said at least 12 people were killed and more than 300 were wounded in the attacks claimed by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis.
- 04The warning is in effect until 10 December, and the US, Australia and other countries have advised citizens against travel to the region.
- 05Delta Air Lines said on Monday it would delay its planned first nonstop Atlanta-to-Riyadh service from 23 October until March.
02Why it matters
The warning could disrupt flights and schedules in the region and may affect any airline planning service to Saudi Arabia. It also shows the security situation is already affecting travel demand and route launches.
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