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Al Arabiya
a day ago
- General
- Al Arabiya
Saudia airline cabin manager dies aboard London-bound flight
Saudia airline mourned the death of cabin manager Mohsen al-Zahrani, who died while working on an international flight King Abdulaziz Airport in Jeddah to Heathrow Airport in London. The flight SV119 made an emergency landing in the Cairo, where he was pronounced dead after having suffered a fatal heart attack. Saudia described al-Zahrani's passing as 'a painful moment in which we have lost one of our loyal colleagues.' 'Our heartfelt condolences go out to al-Zahrani's family, colleagues, and friends,' the airline said in a statement, adding that he had been 'a model of commitment, integrity, and professionalism.' Saudia has confirmed that it is working in coordination with the Saudi embassy in Egypt to complete the necessary procedures.
Khaleej Times
a day ago
- Khaleej Times
'Heartbreaking moment': Saudia plane diverted to Cairo after crew member dies onboard
A tragedy unfolded in the skies on Thursday aboard a Saudia flight departing from Jeddah, when a crew member suffered a sudden medical emergency that resulted in his death. Saudia flight SV119, en route to London, was diverted to Cairo following the onboard medical emergency. Sadly, the cabin manager, Mohsen bin Saeed Alzahrani, was pronounced dead upon arrival. The Saudi carrier took to X to mourn its staff member saying: "Despite the immediate and valiant efforts of fellow crew members and medically licensed individuals onboard, he was pronounced deceased upon the aircraft's arrival at Cairo International Airport." Describing the event as "a heartbreaking moment in which we lost one of our most dedicated team members", it went on to say that Alzahrani was "a shining example of commitment and discipline, admired by his peers for his integrity, professionalism, and high moral character". Saudia extended its condolences to his family and fellow team members, stressing that it is committed to providing all the necessary support to his family and everyone affected by his loss. Commending on the flight crew's "remarkable courage and professionalism in managing the situation and ensuring the continuation of the journey under exceptional circumstances", the airline also thanked the travellers for their understanding and cooperation during this ordeal. Sudden deaths mid-flight often result in flight diversions and emergency landings. In October 2024, a Turkish Airlines pilot died after collapsing mid-flight, forcing the Turkish national carrier to make an emergency landing in New York. In another incident, a flydubai flight from Dubai to Dhaka was diverted to Karachi in February 2023, after a passenger passed away during the journey.
First Post
5 days ago
- First Post
Plane Carrying Haj Pilgrims Diverted After Bomb Threat Vantage with Palki Sharma
Plane Carrying Haj Pilgrims Diverted After Bomb Threat | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G Plane Carrying Haj Pilgrims Diverted After Bomb Threat | Vantage with Palki Sharma A plane carrying 442 Haj pilgrims was diverted following a bomb threat. They were returning from Jeddah in Saudi Arabia and were headed to Jakarta, Indonesia. The aircraft was diverted to Kualanamu International Airport, Medan situated on Sumatra Island after an email threatened to blow up the Saudia Airlines flight. North Sumatra police thoroughly searched the passenger bags. Palki Sharma tells you more. See More
The Hindu
5 days ago
- The Hindu
STS: First batch of Hajj pilgrims return to Chennai
Nearly a little more than a month after departure, the first batch of 401 Hajj pilgrims returned to Chennai on Sunday evening. In the Saudia Airlines which landed at 6.10 p.m., 401 pilgrims arrived at Chennai airport after completing their visit to Mecca and Medina. Minister for Minorities Welfare and Non-Resident Tamil Welfare Department S M Nasar who received the pilgrims said, this year, the Tamil Nadu government gave a subsidy of ₹25,000 each for eligible first-time Haj pilgrims. 'This year, 5,757 persons went from the State for this pilgrimage. We made elaborate arrangements for their travel, food and accommodation and are glad the first batch of pilgrims have finished their journey safely and returned. We had coordinators or Hajj inspectors taking care of the pilgrims and guiding them through their journey,' he said. These pilgrims left from Chennai on May 16 to Jeddah. While they spent the first leg of their journey at Mecca, the last eight days, they visited Medina. The remaining pilgrims will begin to arrive in the city from June 24 in various flights, with the last one landing on July 9, he added.
Zawya
6 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Saudia launches flights to Al Alamein and Salalah
Jeddah: Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has officially launched flights to Al Alamein in Egypt and Salalah in Oman. The new Al Alamein route marks Saudia's fourth destination in Egypt, which now operates three weekly flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah in each direction, in addition to three weekly flights from King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Saudia has also inaugurated flights from Jeddah to Salalah in Oman, marking the airline's second destination in the country following Muscat. The route operates with three weekly flights in each direction. Both new destinations are operated by Airbus A320 aircraft, renowned for their operational efficiency and onboard amenities, including comfortable seating and a wide range of in-flight entertainment options, designed to enhance the overall guest experience. Saudia continues this growth with a modern fleet of 147 aircraft and plans to add 118 more in the coming years. This expansion is complemented by innovative efforts to elevate guest experience, using advanced AI technologies and the latest developments in ground and in-flight services. -Ends- About Saudia: Saudia (Saudia Airlines) is the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Established in 1945, the company has grown to become one of the Middle East's largest airlines. Saudia has invested significantly in upgrading its aircraft and currently operates one of the youngest fleet, with 147 aircraft. The airline serves an extensive global route network covering around 100 destinations across four continents, including all 28 domestic airports in Saudi Arabia. A member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Arab Air Carriers Organization (AACO), Saudia has also been a member airline in SkyTeam, the second largest alliance, since 2012. Saudia was recently awarded the "World Class Airline 2025" for the fourth consecutive year at The APEX Official Airline Ratings™ awards. Saudia has also advanced 11 places in the Skytrax airlines ranking of the World Best Airlines 2023. The Airline also ranked top among global airlines for best on-time performance (OTP) according to a report by Cirium. For more information on Saudia, please visit
