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Barnama
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Netherlands, Australia Urge ICAO To Press Russia Into Talks Over MH17 Crash
The view of the reconstructed wreckage of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 that displayed at the military base in Gilze-Rijen, central Netherlands. Photo: THE HAGUE, May 13 (Bernama-TASS) -- The Netherlands and Australia have called on the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) to urge Russia to enter negotiations over the 2014 downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, TASS news agency reported. 'The Netherlands and Australia request the ICAO Council to impose on the Russian Federation to enter into negotiations with the Netherlands and Australia on this matter and to supervise this process,' the Dutch Foreign Ministry said in a statement. According to the Dutch government, the ICAO Council ruled earlier on Sunday that Russia was responsible for the downing of flight MH17 and had thereby violated the 1944 Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation. bootstrap slideshow Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp welcomed the decision, stressing that the ICAO Council must now examine the possibility of compensation. Russian news agency TASS said it had sent an official inquiry to ICAO for comment on the ruling, but no response had been received at the time of reporting. In June 2024, Russia withdrew from ICAO proceedings involving the dispute with Australia and the Netherlands, arguing that the council lacked jurisdiction over what it called 'fabricated allegations.' The Russian Foreign Ministry reiterated that it did not recognise ICAO's authority on the matter or any subsequent decisions. Malaysia Airlines flight MH17, en route from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur, was shot down over Ukraine's Donetsk region on 17 July 2014, killing all 298 people on board. The victims were citizens of ten different countries.
Saba Yemen
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Transport, Secretary of Presidency of Republic inspect restoration work at Sana'a Airport
Sana'a - (Saba): The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Jamal Amer, the Minister of Transport and Public Works, Mohammed Qahim, and the Secretary-General of the Presidium of the Republic, Hassan Sharaf al-Din, were briefed today on the progress of maintenance and restoration work underway at Sana'a International Airport, following the targeting it was subjected to by the Israeli aggression. Amer, Qahim, Sharaf Al-Din, and the Deputy Minister of Transport and Public Works - Chairman of the General Authority of Civil Aviation and Meteorology Yahya Al-Sayani inspected the runway, passenger lounges, and damaged aircraft. They listened to an explanation from the airport director, Khaled Al-Shaif, about the work accomplished by the technical and engineering teams in the restoration work. He indicated that the work includes maintenance of the runway, the dock, the two VIP lounges, and the passenger lounges. Al-Shaif explained that the progress of some facilities has reached advanced stages, thanks to the ongoing efforts of specialized teams working around the clock to restore operations at the airport. During the visit, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates praised the important role played by the Ministry of Transport and Public Works and its affiliated agencies in resuming operations at the airport to alleviate the suffering of citizens, particularly patients, students, and Yemeni expatriates. He stressed that the Zionist aggression on civilian objects, including Sana'a International Airport, constitutes a war crime according to international law, international humanitarian law, the 1944 Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation, and the resolutions of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). He explained that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates is conducting diplomatic campaigns to expose the crimes of the Zionist aggression. For his part, the Minister of Transport and Public Works affirmed that the ministry is continuing to develop the transportation sector in all its aspects, despite the aggression's attempts to disrupt vital infrastructure. He said, "Our engineering and technical teams are working day and night to restore the airport's operational readiness, and the arrival of the stranded flight to Jordan will be announced soon, as a first step toward the gradual resumption of air traffic." For his part, the Secretary-General of the Presidency of the Republic noted the rapid pace of restoration work, commending the exceptional efforts being made to restore the airport's operational readiness. He stressed that what has been achieved in such a short period reflects a sense of responsibility and a commitment to conveying a message of steadfastness from the heart of Sana'a Airport to the world. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
Leaders
07-04-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Riyadh Air Officially Obtains GACA's Operational License
Riyadh Air has officially obtained an Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) from the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), according to Gulf News. By getting this certificate, Riyadh Air has been now licensed to commence commercial flights operations. Crucially, obtaining the AOC stands as a testament that the airline is fully complied with the Kingdom's aviation regulations and international standards. Riyadh Air is also compatible with the requirements of flight safety under the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation. Riyadh Air Officially Obtains GACA's Operational License 'Obtaining the Air Operator Certificate is an important milestone in the company's journey. It is the result of the efforts of many employees at Riyadh Air. Today, we can proudly say that Riyadh Air is now an airline with an operational license to transport our traveling guests, and we are ready to begin operations later in 2025,' Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas said. Interestingly, Riyadh Air is anticipated to fly to more than 100 destinations by 2030. Through an order of more than 132 aircraft, the airline will offer over 200,000 direct and indirect jobs. Therefore, it will contribute nearly $19.9 billion to Saudi Arabia's non-oil GDP. Related Topics: Saudia Halts London Flights Amid Heathrow Power Crisis Riyadh Air Signs Memorandum of Cooperation with Turkish Airlines Riyadh Airlines Signs Agreement with Lufthansa Systems Short link : Post Views: 47 Related Stories
Trade Arabia
07-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Riyadh Air gets licence to launch inaugural flights
Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has officially granted an Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) to Riyadh Air, a newly-launched Saudi carrier, authorising the airline to start commercial flight operations. The issuance of the AOC confirms the Riyadh Air's full compliance with Saudi Arabia's aviation regulations, international standards, and flight safety requirements under the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation. This milestone follows GACA's comprehensive audit of the airline's technical and aircraft systems, operational readiness, equipment, and the qualifications of both flight and ground personnel. The certification was officially handed over to Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas by President of GACA Abdulaziz Al Duailej at a ceremony held in the presence of Saleh Al Jasser, the Minister of Transport and Logistics and Chairman of the GACA Board. Al Duailej said GACA's issuance of the Air Operator Certificate to Riyadh Air marks a significant milestone within the framework of the Saudi Aviation Strategy. "Riyadh Air will enhance competition, offer greater value and choices for travelers, and improve connectivity both domestically and globally," he added. Riyadh Air is projected to fly to more than 100 destinations by 2030, supported by an order of over 132 aircraft. The airline is expected to create more than 200,000 direct and indirect jobs and contribute approximately $19.9 billion to the Kingdom's non-oil GDP. This operational license follows the earlier issuance of an Economic License to Riyadh Air in June 2023. On the milestone, Douglas said: "Obtaining the AOC is an important milestone in the company's journey. It is the result of the efforts of many employees at Riyadh Air. Today, we can proudly say that Riyadh Air is now an airline with an operational license to transport our traveling guests, and we are ready to begin operations later in 2025." According to him, the licensing process involved several key phases, including initial consultations, submission of the formal application, review of operational documentation, on-site inspections, and final approvals. The process extended over 11 months and was overseen by a dedicated team of 10 Saudi aviation safety inspectors and technical experts from GACA, who conducted over 200 hours of test flights to ensure full compliance with the highest operational standards, he added. The awarding of Riyadh Air's License comes amid a period of record-breaking momentum for Saudi Arabia's aviation sector. In 2024, the number of passengers rose by 15% to exceed 128 million – approcimately 25% above pre-pandemic levels. The number of flights increased by 11% to reach over 905,000. Additionally, the air connectivity grew by 16%, linking the kingdom to more than 170 destinations around the world. The air cargo sector also experienced exceptional growth, recording a 34% increase to reach 1.2 million tons in total volume for the year. The AOC is a foundational pillar of the Kingdom's aviation strategy, which aims to position Saudi Arabia as the Middle East's leading aviation hub by 2030. According to GACA, the strategy includes transforming the Kingdom into a global logistics hub, upporting tourism objectives, and establishing Riyadh as a global gateway and central hub for transportation, trade, and tourism. Riyadh Air plans to operate flights to over 100 international destinations by 2030, with orders for over 132 aircraft, it added. -TradeArabia News Service
Arabian Business
07-04-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Riyadh Air gets closer to commercial flights after securing Air Operator's Certificate
Riyadh Air, the new national airline of Saudi Arabia, has received the green light to start operations from the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA). The airline was officially granted an Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) on Monday, authorising it to start commercial flight operations. The AOC confirms Riyadh Air's full compliance with Saudi Arabia's aviation regulations, international standards, and flight safety requirements under the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation. Riyadh Air did not disclose when it would start ticket booking and any date for its inaugural flight. Riyadh Air flight plans The airline is projected to fly to more than 100 destinations by 2030, supported by an order of over 132 aircraft. At the time of launch, Riyadh Air was projected to add $20 billion to non-oil GDP growth, and create more than 200,000 direct and indirect jobs. Before making the decision, GACA completed a comprehensive audit of the airline's technical and aircraft systems, operational readiness, equipment, and the qualifications of both flight and ground personnel. The process, from submission of the formal application to on-site inspections and final approvals, took over 11 months. This included over 200 hours of test flights to ensure full compliance with the highest operational standards. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), had announced Riyadh Air on 12 March 2023. His vision is to leverage Saudi Arabia's strategic geographic location between the continents of Asia, Africa and Europe, and establish Riyadh as a gateway to the world. HRH Crown Prince announces #RiyadhAir, a new national carrier to further expand the Saudi aviation ecosystem locally and globally. — Public Investment Fund (@PIF_en) March 12, 2023 Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, President of GACA, commented: 'GACA's issuance of the Air Operator Certificate to Riyadh Air marks a significant milestone within the framework of the Saudi Aviation Strategy. Riyadh Air will enhance competition, offer greater value and choices for travelers, and improve connectivity both domestically and globally.' Tony Douglas, CEO, Riyadh Air, added: 'Obtaining the Air Operator Certificate is an important milestone in the company's journey. It is the result of the efforts of many employees at Riyadh Air. Today, we can proudly say that Riyadh Air is now an airline with an operational license to transport our traveling guests, and we are ready to begin operations later in 2025.' In 2024, the number of passengers in Saudi Arabia rose by 15 per cent to exceed 128 million – approximately 25 per cent above pre-pandemic levels. The number of flights increased by 11 per cent to reach over 905,000, while air connectivity grew by 16 per cent and the Kingdom is now linked to more than 170 destinations around the world.
