2023: The first amazing year

From our inaugural fleet order to iconic livery reveals and global sponsorships, 2023 was a year of firsts that shaped our journey.

November 13

Pearl livery unveiled

We proudly unveiled our second dual-livery design in pearl at the 2023 Dubai Airshow, marking a significant step in our journey and reflecting our brand's innovative identity and vision for the future of aviation.

August 10

Atlético de Madrid sponsorships

We signed our first major sports sponsorship with the renowned Spanish football club Atlético de Madrid, becoming an official sponsor and the club's official airline partner.

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June 22

GEnx engine order

In a move to ensure our readiness, we signed a deal with GE Aerospace for 90 GEnx-1B engines to power our new state-of-the-art fleet.

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June 12

Indigo livery design revealed

We proudly unveiled our first livery design, featuring the iconic indigo color, during a flyby over Riyadh to celebrate our new brand, and this set the stage for its grand debut at the 54th Paris Airshow.

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March 14

First fleet order

We announced our first aircraft order—72 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. This unprecedented order for a new carrier is a strong signal of intent for Saudi Arabia to become a global aviation hub.

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March 12

HRH Crown Prince announces the establishment of Riyadh Air

His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Prime Minister and Chairman of PIF, announced the establishment of Riyadh Air, a PIF wholly owned company. This landmark moment sets the stage for shaping the future of Saudi aviation on a global scale.

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