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Riyadh Air bets on an ‘AI-native’ airline to rewire global aviation

Leads AI-native build-out and global expansion strategy

Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia's startup flag carrier, is what IBM and the airline call the world's first "AI-native" airline — built from day one around AI-driven, cloud-based systems, not retrofitted legacy IT. Launched in March 2023 under Vision 2030, the airline has ordered large fleets from Boeing and Airbus and aims to connect over 100 destinations and serve millions of travelers by 2030 through Riyadh's planned mega-hub.

Updated May 10

Notable Quotes

"The new airline reflects the ambitious vision of Saudi Arabia to be at the core of shaping the future of global air travel and be a true disrupter in terms of customer experience." ([investors.boeing.com](https://investors.boeing.com/investors/news/press-release-details/2023/New-Saudi-Arabian-Carrier-Riyadh-Air-to-Launch-with-All-Boeing-Fleet-of-up-to-72-787-9-Dreamliners/default.aspx?utm_source=openai))

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