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Which country has announced that it will open up its airspace to all air carriers?
A)
Qatar
B)
UAE
C)
Israel
D)
Saudi Arabia

Correct Answer : Option (D) - Saudi Arabia


Saudi Arabia has announced July 14, 2022 opening its airspace to all airlines including the ones from Israel. Following the move, President of the United States "Joe Biden", who is scheduled to visit the country, applauded Saudi Arabia's announcement that it would open its airspace to all air carriers, allowing for more overflights to and from Israel
 
According to the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), all carriers that meet the country's overflight regulations are now welcome to use the country's airspace, in accordance with international agreements that forbid discrimination between civil aircraft.

The decision will "complement the efforts aimed at consolidating the kingdom`s position as a global hub connecting three continents and to enhance international air connectivity," GACA added in a statement.

Bypassing Saudi Arabian airspace had added to flight times and increased fuel burn on some services to and from Israel. U.S. President Joe Biden welcomed the decision, White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said.

Source : Zeenews

Published On : July 15, 2022
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