Riyadh Air Is Busing Passengers 270 Miles to Avoid Houthi Strikes
Riyadh Air was built to turn the Saudi capital into a global hub.
Skift reports: Riyadh Air was built to turn the Saudi capital into a global hub.
Months after launch and following a wave of Houthi attacks, it is landing passengers 270 miles away and driving them in by coach.
This travel story centres on Saudi Arabia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Avoid Houthi Strikes, Riyadh Air Is Busing and Riyadh Air.
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