Boeing delivered Riyadh Air’s first two 787 Dreamliner jets on June 5, marking the Saudi carrier’s first aircraft delivery from its Boeing order book and the start of its 787-9 fleet buildup.
The delivery covers two aircraft in the 787-9 variant, and Riyadh Air plans to use them on regional and long-haul operations. The airline’s order book includes up to 72 Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
Secondary aviation coverage identified the aircraft registrations as HZ-RXAA and HZ-RXAB and said the jets arrived in Riyadh on June 5 after delivery flights from the United States. Boeing’s official announcement confirmed the delivery date and the airline’s initial fleet plan.
The handover is the first aircraft delivery for Riyadh Air, which has been building its network around the 787-9. For Boeing, it adds another widebody delivery as the manufacturer continues to place the type with new airline customers.