Delta Air Lines has delayed the planned start of its new flight route from Atlanta to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, following recent attacks on the city’s airport by Houthi rebels. The airline attributed the postponement to "evolving developments in the region," without specifying further details. The decision comes amid heightened tensions in the area, raising questions about the safety and feasibility of commercial air travel. Travelers and industry observers will be watching to see how long the suspension lasts and what impact it may have on future operations.
Delta Air Lines said Monday it will postpone the launch of its flight service from Atlanta to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, after the Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched deadly attacks on the latter city’s King Khalid International Airport. Citing “evolving developments in the region,” Delta said in a release it was delaying the launch until March. The...
