Saudi Arabia's state-owned airline, Riyadh Air, will launch daily flights between Riyadh and London Heathrow starting October 26, 2025. In this initial phase, tickets will not be available to the general public (a form of controlled launch).
Airports and airlines are calling for urgent improvements to air traffic control infrastructure.
U.S. airlines have called on the FAA to implement rapid improvements to the air traffic control system, including new airspace designs and updated technology such as radars and radios.
Flight delays skyrocket due to a shortage of air traffic controllers.
The federal government shutdown has led to a significant shortage of air traffic controllers, causing widespread delays at several major airports, including Reagan National and O'Hare.
Delta Air Lines maintains strong operations despite the U.S. government shutdown.
The airline reports that more than 90% of its flights operated on time during the first week of the government shutdown, with no significant cancellations, demonstrating operational resilience.
Riyadh Air will launch its first international route to London.
Saudi Arabia's state-owned airline, Riyadh Air, will launch daily flights between Riyadh and...
Airports and airlines are calling for urgent improvements to air traffic control infrastructure.
U.S. airlines have called on the FAA to implement rapid improvements to the air traffic control...
Flight delays skyrocket due to a shortage of air traffic controllers.
The federal government shutdown has led to a significant shortage of air traffic controllers,...
Delta Air Lines maintains strong operations despite the U.S. government shutdown.
The airline reports that more than 90% of its flights operated on time during the first week of...