What Happened
US Carriers Advised to Exercise Caution Due to Military Activities
The Federal Aviation Administration has advised US airlines to exercise caution when flying to or over Saudi Arabia due to safety threats from ongoing military activities and navigation system interference. The warning follows recent airport strikes, including one that killed 13 people and wounded over 300. The FAA Notice to Airmen, in effect until December 10, applies to all US-registered aircraft and warns of potential risks to aircraft at all altitudes. US carrier Delta Air Lines is set to begin direct flights to Riyadh later this month, but the airline’s CEO has stated that safety will be the determining factor in deciding whether to proceed. This development was reported by Business Recorder.