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runwayrunway · 2 years ago

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No. 36 - Riyadh Air

No, they are not changing their name to Saudi Arabian Airways, but there is a new development on the Saudi Arabian flag carrier front.

That's right, Saudia is dead, sayonara you w-

No. That isn't true, that was a joke. But what isn't a joke is that Riyadh Air is a planned second flag carrier for Saudi Arabia.

That's mostly a joke. Other countries have multiple flag carriers, though that comes with a couple caveats. Usually when this happens one is full-service and international while the other is domestic and/or low cost. The UAE has two flag carriers, but one is Dubai's and the other is Abu Dhabi's, which feels like an important distinction.

Saudi Arabia, on the other hand, just has decided they want to operate a second airline instead of doing the normal thing and putting all their resources into one really good airline. I don't understand it. The plan is to keep Saudia based in Jeddah while Riyadh Air is based in Riyadh...again, plenty of airlines have multiple hubs, so I don't see the point. They claim to be the first "digital-native airline", which is shaped like words yet means nothing (also, take that up with David Neeleman and Breeze). They've nabbed Etihad's old CEO and bought a bunch of 787s, and the stated goal is to become the largest carrier in the Gulf region at an unprecedented blistering pace in order to increase tourism. Given Emirates's numbers...well, it's probably still more likely to happen than a startup airline operating exclusively A380s managing to turn a profit, but that's not saying much.

Anyway, they've got a livery! Apparently this is the first of two, so expect a follow-up post when the second one drops, but for now there's plenty to talk about as is.

Unlike many - nay, most - of the subjects I cover, Riyadh Air has made me do absolutely zero research. You do get modern liveries like jetBlue and Lufthansa with little style guides to weakly attempt to back up their relatively mundane graphic design choices and things like condor and Icelandair's lovely little webpages, but Riyadh Air has done them all at least one if not several better by not only explaining in detail where they got their inspiration but also giving me a high-res 3D model of their airplane that I can rotate and zoom in and out on.

Take care; my computer is fairly underpowered and I do have an absurd number of tabs open most of the time, but this did crash my browser multiple times. Even just opening the main page of their website makes my CPU sound like it's spooling up for takeoff.

Okay. First I want to discuss the logo. They've got a video up on their thought process. I had transcribed it, but it looks better in motion, and thankfully they've stopped making it autoplay (presumably because, as I mentioned, this website absolutely guzzles processor as is) and in the process made it possible for me to simply left-click it off their website and into this post. Don't worry about it killing your browser. It's a normal video in a normal tumblr post without a 100 million dollar website chugging along in the background.

(I've taken some screenshots in case anyone does have trouble with the video.)

Now this is how you design a logo. The airplane window thing feels, in retrospect, so obvious I can't believe nobody had done it yet. I think it pairs gorgeously with the R, and I love that they chose to take inspiration from Arabic calligraphy, which is not only a massive point of pride for cultures which utilize the script but also just generally gorgeous. (It looks a bit like a stretched backwards hamza to me.) The shape of the bird's wing is the part I have the most trouble actually connecting to what I'm seeing, but sure, I'll give it to them. What the heck. This logo is nice.

I mentioned when discussing China Airlines that very few airlines use lavender as a primary color. Well, here's one that does! They actually discuss this on their website as well:

Inspired by the lavender blossoms that carpet Saudi Arabia, we've chosen this color because it symbolizes Saudi generosity and its authentic hospitality.

And this is, again, pretty fantastic. This is a thoughtful choice which isn't lazy or arbitrary. It has the potential to really pack a visual punch, and it does the thing I love when flag carriers do - references a feature of its home nation.

An upside to the fact that the livery page takes eons for my computer to chew on is that I get shown this lovely loading screen, which demonstrates the fantastic combination of blues and purples which make up the full scheme of this airline's colors. I love the combination of these colors. Light saturated colors are rare enough, but to see extremely dark blues and purples together like this is a rare delight. It definitely has the potential to get eyestrainy, but if done well it could look absolutely breathtaking.

But will it be done well? After all, a good idea isn't always well-implemented - see condor - and China Airlines's livery fails for me because it's barely got any lavender! So does Riyadh Air fall into the same pit? Let's check the browser-destroying 3D model they've lovingly provided us.

I love that 3D model, by the way. Instead of looking for a bunch of pictures of airplanes that happen to be in the correct lighting and at the right angle to demonstrate the exact thing I'm attempting to discuss I can just...zoom in while putting the plane at the specific angle I want. Normally I actually try not to rely too heavily on things like style guides because a piece of flat-colored concept art isn't actually going to communicate how a plane looks in motion and with light on it, but this is a really really robust model. Sure, it's not quite as maneuverable as I'd like it to be, it's still not a perfect representation of real life, but it's really well made. It even sways side to side a bit and if you zoom in close enough you can see they bothered to model the external sensors and the engines are even turning! Don't worry about the fact that if you zoom in even further you can tell the engines are just a fan suspended floating in a cowling. They even added ambient engine sounds. This model is so cool it legitimately took me several minutes of turning it around and muttering "wow..." under my breath before I realized the environment it was sitting in was just some very stretched and crunchy jpgs.

Mmm, those reflections.

To be honest, I also just enjoyed playing with this thing. It's almost like having a real model plane, but doesn't cost more money than I have! But enough of that.

So they definitely didn't chicken out when it came to the lavender. This plane is as purple as a Breeze Airways plane is blue (it is very purple). It's not just a purple tube, though. Even from a distance you can see that there's added detail here.

I love the wordmark, first off. They've really committed to the billboard look with this gigantic text in both English and Arabic. I love it. With such an overwhelming main body color it feels prudent to make sure the name is as visible as possible so it doesn't get lost in the shuffle.

And with this gigantic, recognizable logo plastered on the bottom you'd be able to identify it just as well from below (and this is zoomed out as far as the website let me!). In fact, the depth of the design really shines best from below. That's not necessarily a good thing, because your plane does have to be parked sometimes, but it's not a dealbreaker either. I just need to say that this is probably my favorite design for an engine nacelle, ever. It's gorgeous, and you can see in the first picture how well it flows into the main design. They don't go together quite as well from the bottom, and from below the plane does look a bit rear-heavy and the wordmark peering in is a bit awkward, but none of those ruin it. I would be stunned if I saw this fly overhead.

The website provides a few details about the design if you zoom in and click little black dots. It took me ages to realize this. It's neither intuitive nor accessible and I truly despise it, so I've taken the liberty of transcribing the bits that matter.

You can turn this plane in any which way you'd like, zoom in and out, and the details on the bottom never stop being beautiful and coherent. It truly does remind me of calligraphy. As they describe it:

Rooted in our Heritage The controlled, smooth linear profiles make up our signature "Canopy Twist". A perfect balance of our rich local culture and our modern global outlook, connecting the city of Riyadh to the world.

I love the name 'Canopy Twist', to be honest. And I love the design, too. My one criticism of it is the colors. They already have an established secondary shade of purple. That they used the text color for the highlights makes sense, but why couldn't they have used their lavender instead of a third shade of purple? In the quantity used for the underside it feels disconnected from the rest of the livery and they could have fixed that very easily by just...using their already existing secondary shade of purple? I think it would make for a very nice bridge to the tail as well, and it just feels like a colossal missed opportunity.

You may have noticed that the bulk of the fuselage body is a color a bit darker than what might conventionally be considered 'lavender'. This, too, is noted.

Indigo Livery Inspired by the ever-changing colors that paint the sky from dusk till dawn. A symbol of tranquility, harmony and integrity.

(This color is obviously purple, not indigo, but I will not belabor that point.)

I love the description, the idea of the transition between dusk and dawn. Much like the window as a basis for a logo, this makes me go "why in the world has nobody thought of that before? That's brilliant!"

It makes me think a bit more could have been done in the details. Maybe the canopy twist could be a gradient, like the gradient of the sky while the sun is rising? Just a thought.

And ultimately it's the canopy twist that is my only real sticking point with this livery. It is beautiful and unique and well-designed and it is simply a color that sticks out like a sore thumb. It's the only warm thing creeping into a design otherwise full of beautiful cool tones, it has gorgeous flow within itself but breaks up the feeling of consistency through the airframe as a whole, and I just...I really wish it were lavender.

If that's my main issue you can do a lot worse. And overall I do like the Riyadh Air livery. If that one detail was changed, this would easily be an A. This review would be all but uncritical. Except for the fact that it could use a bit of canopy twist up top, too (maybe just a tiny bit on the top of the nose, flowing in the same direction) in order to make the plane feel less rear-heavy (though it already beats out the vast majority of liveries in that sense), the issue with the color is my only big criticism. But it's the main detail of the design, isn't it?

It's wild. So much of the time my reviews are "good details, bad when you step back". But this is the opposite. Fantastic, but there's that one detail that sticks with you. And the details by and large are far from bad too. I mentioned the nacelles, and I think it very elegantly transitions the tail into the body. It would be more elegant if the design on the body was the same lavender, though!

A few more nitpicks: the centering of the logo on the tailfin is a little strange, the tail would look better if it had a bit of a gradient to make it less matte-seeming, and the combined effect of those is very luxury-hotel-towel-monogram. Okay. I'm done complaining.

So it falls short of being one of the best I've ever reviewed, but I still really, really like it. The calligraphy inspiration creates these elegant sweeping lines that are perfectly at home on the 787. The deep purple looks luxurious despite the fact that Riyadh Air doesn't plan to offer first class. It's eyecatching. It's stylish.

And, now that I've covered all this, let's look at the colors in person! That's right, they've already had a plane delivered in full Riyadh Air colors.

The deep purple with the lighter canopy twist, combined with the tiny white dots of the various probes and such, make this plane look like an animal camouflaging itself against the night sky in a place untouched by light pollution. The light lavender contrasts sharply in this particular image, sharply enough that it feels like a slice cut out of the plane.

This continues to be an issue from other angles and in other lightings, but the cool-toned light makes this purple look like true indigo and the blueish cast improves the look, giving an almost fluorescent appearance to the transition between the twist and the tail. The way the light reflects off the dark paint makes it look rippling and shifting and alive in a way it never could off white.

In shadow, the plane looks as dark as a city sky. In light, the vibrant purple of a fresh eggplant. This paint job adapts wonderfully to its environment. Much like Vietnam Airlines's, each light brings out a unique beauty.

And sometimes, the tail, detached though it may look, does so in the way a shining arm of a spiral galaxy neatly transitions into the black expanse around it.

Riyadh Air's planes range from ultraviolet to supervoid, but they are never lost in their environment. The principles behind the design remain consistent, and beautiful, and alone in a sky full of planes which refuse to embrace the dark skies they fly in on red-eye journeys.

Ultimately, I think Riyadh Air's livery feels a bit overdesigned. They added one color too many, and a few decisions feel like they don't belong together in the same picture. Just think about the amount of colors here, the balance of major features, and think about Vietnam Airlines, and you'll see what I mean. I'm not a fan of minimalism, but sometimes the only way to keep a story straight is to minimize loose ends. A secret becomes exponentially more likely to be exposed with each new person who learns it.

But before I looked closer, before I zoomed in and out on a little 3D model while my computer screamed, I saw this livery for the first time and my jaw hit the floor. And the average person isn't going to think about this the way I do. Ultimately, my critical eye is usually something I defer to, but I can't argue with the fact that this livery is going to be to someone else what China Airlines is to me. And, like China Airlines, when they come back and look closer at it they'll notice it wasn't as perfect as they thought, but...we've come so far, if this is someone's China Airlines. And as much as I nitpick at details the package counts, too. If you asked me why China Airlines got a C- instead of a D+, my honest reason would be...it struck me enough that I singled it out to begin with, even though that started to fall apart when I looked closer.

Why am I giving Riyadh Air an A- instead of a B+? Because this plane will stun people 5,000 feet below it, and they'll think to themselves that it's the prettiest plane they've ever seen.

#tarmac fashion week #era: 2020s #grade: a-#region: middle east and north africa #region: saudi arabia #riyadh air #flag carriers #at least ostensibly flag carriers.

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aniflight · 7 months ago

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Hello ✈️, this week marked my second week working with Porter Airlines. I had both morning and evening shifts, and it was a great experience—productive yet fun! 😊 My colleagues are incredibly kind, and I really enjoy helping passengers at the kiosk, which makes every shift exciting. 🎉 I feel more confident and happy with my decision to pursue a career in aviation. During one of my evening shifts, I had the opportunity to meet the CEO, who was very approachable and friendly. 👏 I also met some flight attendants from Saudi Arabian Airlines, and they were really impressive and cool! 🌟

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aviaposter · 1 year ago

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Airbus A330-300 Saudia

Registration: HZ-AQE Painted: Saudi National Day special colours Type: A330-343 Engines: 2 × RR Trent 772B-60 Serial Number: 1147 First flight: Aug 26, 2010

Saudia, formerly known as Saudi Arabian Airlines, is the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, based in Jeddah. The airline's main operational base is at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and King Fahd International Airport in Dammam are secondary hubs. It operates domestic and international scheduled flights to over 100 destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe and North America. Domestic and international charter flights are operated, mostly during the Ramadan and the Hajj season. It joined the SkyTeam airline alliance on 29 May 2012 becoming the first Persian Gulf carrier to join one of the three major airline alliances. Saudia is a member and one of the founders of the Arab Air Carriers Organization. In September 2016, the Airbus A330 (HZ-AQE) was painted in special colors "Saudi National Day".

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gonzalo-obes · 1 year ago

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thedesignair · 2 years ago

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Riyadh Air launches livery and brand video ahead of AIX

Riyadh Air, the new Saudi Arabian airline, headed up by veteran CEO Tony Douglas has just unveiled the first of two liveries that will adorn the airline’s fleet on Instagram earlier today. The airline has certainly decided to stand out with a bold, metallic purple look that will draw attention as it touches down to its impressive 100+ destinations by the decade’s end. With an accelerated growth…

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divinejhonson · 1 month ago

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digitalmore · 2 months ago

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runwayrunway · 2 years ago

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No. 35 - Saudia/Saudi Arabian Airlines

This is the third of three requests from @twtd11. A very serendipitously timed one, because I had just begun researching for this post when it came in.

I would just like to take a moment to thank you for the requests. Everyone, but specifically twtd11 for sending in multiple. I love writing these, and there are so many potentially juicy topics out there. There are between 5,000 and 5,500 airlines currently with ICAO codes, some of which have had multiple liveries throughout history or even multiple in active use, before even mentioning the defunct ones. There is a non-negligible degree of decision paralysis that comes with choosing subjects, and requests help steer me towards topics and trains of thought I'm interested in discussing. Not to mention, of course, that I get to cover things that people are actively interested in seeing. I appreciate them a lot.

Okay. Aside...aside. Let's talk about Saudia, or Saudi Arabian Airlines, whichever one it is at any given time, the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia.

Let me propose a hypothetical to you. Say you were one of the richest countries on the entire planet, strategically located somewhere that both has most major cities in the world within range for a nonstop flight and enough oil that it basically prints money. You're trying to participate in geopolitics and have the world's third largest immigrant population. You are the site of the largest pilgrimage in the world, now largely conducted by air. You have a flag carrier, like most countries, and over half your fleet is large twin-aisle jets ready to be plopped down at airports all over the world.

You'd want to make them.....look really interesting and striking and memorable, right? Really represent your country's culture and heritage and remind the people exhaustedly looking out of the window of a plane that's been baking on the tarmac for an hour of how big and important your airline is?

I just think I would have made different choices here.

Saudia is obviously the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia. I think the government tried to privatise it at some point but I don't think they've actually finished that process. It was founded in 1945 as Saudi Arabian Airlines, and was run by TWA despite being wholly government-owned.

Saudia is really weird.

It was named Saudi Arabian Airlines until 1972, when it became Saudia. In 1996 it was renamed back to Saudia Arabian Airlines, and it was then renamed back again to Saudia in 2012. This is definitely confusing and/or silly. It also makes it comparably harder to date historical mentions of it just by name the way it does hearing USAir vs US Airways. I even see sources, including relatively journalistic ones, incorrectly use the anachronistic name anyway. Saudia is the better name, in my opinion. If you think 'Saudia' is shorter than 'Saudi Arabian Airlines', compare 'السعودية' to 'الخطوط الجوية العربية السعودية'. 'al-Ḫuṭūṭ al-Jawwiyyah al-ʿArabiyyah as-Suʿūdiyyah'. The way that proper nouns work in Arabic make an already long name completely unwieldy, while Saudia is completely regular and manageable. It's a bit pointless to discuss, though. The two have become interchangeable at this point. The switches have become more and more frequent over time, too. I'm taking bets for what happens in 2026 - are they going to become Saudi Arabian Airlines again, or will they daringly pick a third option and become Saudia Arabian Airlines? (They will not do this, and they're Saudia to me forever anyway.)

This is sort of a trend with Saudia. They have such a non-brand that they keep doing 'brand overhauls' which are negligibly different from each other. This applies to their liveries too. A new Saudia livery is the equivalent of a Fall/Winter collection from the Gap. It's...the Gap. New Saudia livery? Well...it's an airplane livery with Saudia branding. That's just not anything.

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Hey, everyone! We added a livery revision! We had a cheatline and now it's a hockey stick!

We added more stripes! Aren't we innovative?

I actually do love the combination of these specific blues and greens, and would love to see it used on a competent livery, but attached to nothing it's just so sad. The same goes for the typeface used. Gorgeous, but meaningless. It was actually decent for the time, but...look, I'm not here to talk about it, and given what's coming it's hard to be too nice to it even though the colorscheme is genuinely gorgeous.

I also think this illustrates fantastically my point about Saudia vs Saudi Arabian Airlines. In the pictures above, each side has one of the names written in English and the other in Arabic, and...I think you can see for yourself.

This livery is so incredibly boring that it somehow looks worse on the TriStar than the 737, which is so unusual! The more interesting shape of the TriStar just lets on how painfully boring this is.

But that was then. Where are we now?

Ah...not much better. It's an upside-down United situation, half white and half off-white, which can look classy in some cases but in this example just looks dated. You have to do something to distinguish a livery like this. A nice color scheme (which this gold-and-dark-blue certainly is) and a gorgeous typeface can't save it.

This picture gives a fantastic view of how gorgeous the cream, gold, green, and dark blue used are. If only they were used in a way that accomplishes something! This is a travesty of great details which are just put down on a piece of paper and left to sit! Good details mean nothing if they're all you have. It just makes this livery all the more tragic.

('God Bless You' is not the name of the plane, just something written on all Saudia planes. Bless you too, HZ-HM1A.)

Why would you ever. Why would you ever color only the top of the fin on an MD-11, and then leave the engine flesh-color. Did not a single person realize that the ratio of blue to cream this creates looks terrible?

This is so frustrating. Every feature here is visually pleasing, and the plane itself sort of is unless you look close, but it's so nothing, so cowardly, that I become angry. This is bereft of design and creativity, despite having all the features it needs to succeed if they were applied decently. (Seriously, that typeface is beautiful.)

The Arab States of the Persian Gulf are some of the wealthiest countries in the world. Their airlines tend to be luxurious, with brand new fleets of well-equipped airliners replete with some of the world's best first-and-business-class cabins for the discerning travelling millionaire. I've never flown with one of them, because I am not a millionaire (or particularly discerning when it comes to cabin service, in all honesty), but it absolutely does show in their liveries. Each of them carries itself with a unique sort of careless gravitas, like a bed with a carved walnut headboard and brocade sheets, neatly made in the morning by an underpaid and mistreated migrant housekeeper.

Compare Saudia. The elegant frame of the Dreamliner given the livery of a mid-90s US carrier which would go out of business before the mid-aughts. This is non-design.

I mention, when I outline my grading system, that a D grade is not only for liveries which are ugly or badly designed. That's how I've ended up using it so far, most of the time. After all, I mostly discuss liveries that are interesting, since there's more to talk about and more to motivate me to write a post. And I do think Saudia is somewhat interesting case of a livery which is pretty, which has nice features, which is...inoffensive. Yet it is so cowardly that I truly do not believe it is satisfactory. It's almost a little unsettling, how there's nothing about this livery I specifically dislike yet the complete package is so reprehensible to me.

Final Grade: D+

Well, okay, I'm done with this livery. Tomorrow's bonus post will be about a much more interesting Saudi airline, and we'll have a post later today about a much more interesting aspect of Saudia's design, but for the moment thankfully we're done with this...

...this is a wet lease. They've been wet leasing planes to meet hajj demand, and those planes are primarily white. But for a moment I thought this was actually a new livery and almost began crying.

Okay. We're okay. This is their most recent non-lease delivery. We're okay. Don't scare me like that, Saudia! Geez!

#tarmac fashion week #grade: d+#era: 2000s #era: 2010s #era: 2020s #region: middle east and north africa #region: saudi arabia #saudia #flag carriers #requests

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It’s the US Space Force versus ISIS as Trump’s avatar assassinated – Weekly Geo-Political News and Analysis

The U.S. Civil War is reaching some sort of climax as the U.S. Space Force begins taking revenge on ISIS (Israeli Satanic Intelligence Service) for assassinating Commander-in-Chief Donald Trump’s main avatar, senior U.S. Space Force sources say.

The assassination took place on January 29th after ISIS remotely hijacked the Trump avatar’s helicopter and crashed it into an airplane after it left the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Washington, D.C. Trump was then temporarily replaced with an avatar who promoted genocide and bowed and scraped to war criminal Benyamin Netanyahu. This is what the Space Force sources had to say about the situation:

The real Donald Trump was not on the helicopter. One of his doubles may have been on board. There are conflicting stories about this. The important point is that the real Trump was not on board. As for the Black Hawk remote-controlled crash into the American Airlines plane on January 29, here are a few facts: There was a Trump double (avatar) on board the helicopter. The Black Hawk had a PAT designation, meaning VIP on board. It took off from a CIA-controlled area. It was taken over by remote control and flown into the American Airlines plane.

The Trump double was the one used by the White Hat Alliance. Another double under the control of the Deep State Cabal is on the scene now. This is the reason Trump has taken a full U-turn. The real CIC, Donald J. Trump, is safe and protected at the Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Base in Colorado Springs. His family is aware of what has transpired. His top aides are also in the loop. Nobody is talking, as a gag order is in place.

He is calculating his next move to bring down the Deep State Cabal. That was a Netanyahu body double visiting D.C. Watch the Super Bowl in New Orleans. The avatar Trump is expected to be there. Anything can happen. This may be the Trump double from Mar-a-Lago. You will know from his looks—the shorter, chubby one.

This is the Trump who appeared at the Super Bowl with Ivanka but not Melania. It is probably an actor in a rubber mask.

In case you don’t realize how sophisticated rubber mask technology has become, please check out this 30-second video:

The important thing is that—because warnings were issued—the ISIS plan to assassinate “Trump” in front of a world audience to trigger World War III with Iran was foiled.

These videos indicate the plan was for “Trump” to say he supports Christianity. Then, “Trump” says Iran will be “obliterated.” He is assassinated. Mossad sources say the plan was to manipulate U.S. public opinion into a frenzy against Islamic Iran for murdering “Christian martyr” Trump.

Fortunately, people are no longer being fooled by 9/11-type events, and this plan was stopped. The Super Bowl proved Americans have woken up and are no longer being manipulated by fake events and “celebrities.”

For example, casino execs across Las Vegas are baffled and rattled by Super Bowl weekend falling off a cliff. Some are reporting losing days (expenses exceed revenue) multiple days this week.

Also, ticket prices plunged to a 15-year low.

That is because people have figured out the games have been consistently rigged year after year so that whatever team the most people bet on loses. Remember, the Super Bowl is registered as entertainment, not sports, meaning it can be legally rigged.

Furthermore, in a sign people are waking up to brainwashing using celebrities, Taylor Swift was booed as she appeared on the big screen during Sunday’s game at Caesars Superdome. In the end, the “Donald Trump” left Super Bowl LIX early as the Kansas City Chiefs headed for a “shock” defeat.

This was a defeat for the Khazarian Mafia, but the war will not end until the people who temporarily replaced Trump with a fake are removed.

This is happening with Elon Musk’s exposure of exactly how corrupt the U.S. government has become. However, going after USAID was the easy part. The hard part is now beginning as he takes on the Pentagon and the CIA.

This is going to involve the deployment of U.S. troops to places like Mar-a-Lago and Area 51 and is expected to lead to serious firefights over the coming days. The coming audit of the Pentagon by the real Trump will almost certainly trigger actual combat on U.S. soil. Remember Donald Rumsfeld announcing they cannot account for over $2.3 trillion one day before 9/11?

In its most recent audit, the Pentagon could account for 50% of its $3.8 trillion, leaving $1.9 trillion unaccounted for.

Overall, well more than $20 trillion has disappeared into a Pentagon black budget hole. No wonder Musk says, “I guess I had better maximize my security.”

We will dig deeper below, but before we get to that, people have been so distracted by the Trump drama in the U.S. that they failed to notice Russia has just made its biggest move since the fall of the Soviet Union. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov just basically declared war against Western Europe when he announced:

TO BE CONTINUED

By: Benjamin Fulford

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Boeing 747-400 BDSF Saudia Cargo

Registration: 9H-AKF Type: 747-45E BDSF Engines: 4 × GE CF6-80C2B1F Serial Number: 27898 First flight: Dec 28, 1994

Saudia Cargo is a Saudi Arabian air freight flag carrier established in 2007 with headquarters in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In 2008, the company joined the IATA interest group Cargo iQ. Saudia Cargo provides multi-specialized cargo handling as it operates a fleet of 8 freighter aircraft (B747-400 and B777F) to 13 cargo destinations as well as over 58 belly international destinations across six continents. The airline's main hub is at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Saudia Cargo joined the SkyTeam Cargo airline alliance on April 15, 2019.

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Nancy LaMott 12/30/51 - 12/13/95

*On Taylor Swifts 5th birthday.

Born in Midland, Michigan she also called San Francisco her second home.

She was popular on the New York City cabaret circuit in the 1980s. Along with Karen Mason she was the first signer to do a continuous long run at Don’t Tell Mama in New York City.

12/4/94 was her last performance singing “Moon River”

On 12/13/95 a little over an hour before she died Father Steven Harris blessed her marriage to Peter Zapp.

Zapp was born in Cleveland, OH. He is an actor known for 21 Jump Street (1987), Top Gun: Fire at Will (1996)

“Ask Me Again” was released on 11/25/2007 (amazon said so?)

It was released 143 months and 12 days from her date of death.

1+4+3‎ = 8 12… 12/8 was the last day of Tour. But it can also be mirrored to make 8/12.

It was 2 discs ten tracks to each disc.

Track 6 on disc 1 was “On My Way To You”

….track 10 on disc 1 was “Right As Rain”… which makes me think of 30/90 because of “the boss is wrong as rain”

SHE DIED 1 MONTH AND 12 DAYS BEFORE JONATHAN LARSON

112…..

Cody Johnson released “On My Way To You” on 8/10/2018

11/25/2007 - 8/10/2018

3911 days. Or 10 yrs 8 mo and 16 days.

3+9‎ = 12

1211

12/11 is Evermore’s birthday. 15 songs, exactly 1 hour long… 1 hour ‎ = 60 minutes

flip it 11/12…. So much happened on this day. It’s also the 316 day of the year.

Like John 3:16:

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life”

But like Ariana said, “God Is A Woman”, it’s not about who you believe in, it’s about finding something to believe in at all.

Or Dear John which released on 10/25/2010 and Taylor’s Version released on 7/7/2023.

152 months (8)

12 days

12/8 8/12 again.

11/12/1931 Abbey Road opens for business at 3 Abbey Road, St John’s Wood, London

*Morgan Wallen recorded 7 songs here on 12/5/2023… they were released into the world on 3/3/24, the 1 year anniversary of One Thing At A Time.

11/12/1934 Charles Manson is born in Cincinnati, OH

11/12/1936 The San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge opens to traffic in California

11/12/1938 Nazi Germany issues the Decree on the Elimination of Jews from Economic Life which essential segregates Jews from the German economy and prohibits them from selling goods and services or working in a trade

11/12/1939 Ruby Nash Curtis (of Ruby and the Romantics) born in Akron, OH

11/12/1954 Ellis Island off the Coast of New York ceases operations

11/12/1979 U.S. President Jimmy Carter orders a halt to all petroleum imports into the U.S. from Iran, during the Iran hostage crisis

11/12/1996 Eminem’s debut album “Infinite” is released.

11/12/1996 The deadliest mid-air collision to date occurs when 349 people are killed when a Saudi Arabian Airlines Boeing 747 and a Kazakh Ilyushin Il-76 cargo plane collide near New Delhi in India

11/12/1997 Ramzi Yousef, a Pakistani born in Kuwait is found guilty of masterminding the 1993 World Trade Center bombing in New York City

11/12/2001 American Airlines Flight 587 crashes in New York City minutes after taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport, killing all 260 on board and five on the ground *this was also 62 days after 9/11…

11/12/2004 Eminem’s 5th album “Encore” is released.

11/12/2012 One Direction releases “Little Things” as a single from the second album Take Me Home

11/12/2021 Tick…Tick Boom

11/12/2021 Red (Taylor’s Version)

11/12/2021 All Too Well Short Film

11/12/2021 “three years in advance” with Jimmy Fallon

11/12/2021 Britney Spears Conservatorship ends.

11/12/2023 Eras Tour//Buenos Aires N2/3

S.N Track 10 Better Than Revenge

1989 Track 17 “Slut!”

10/17 is Eminems birthday.

11/12/2024 Deadpool and Wolverine released to Disney+

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Top Tourist Places to explore in Riyadh

Discover Riyadh's top tourist attractions, blending modern marvels and rich heritage. Explore iconic landmarks, cultural gems, vibrant souls, and scenic spots that showcase the city's unique charm and Arabian hospitality.

Riyadh, the capital and biggest city of Saudi Arabia, is also the centre of the Riyadh Governorate. The modern city began to take shape in the 1950s when the defensive walls of the original town were removed. This led to significant growth and urbanization, transforming Riyadh into the sprawling metropolis it is today.

Riyadh is the most populous city on the Arabian Peninsula, located in the heart of the an-Nafud desert on the eastern part of the Najd plateau. The city is situated at height of 600 meters (2,000 feet) above sea level and draws approximately 5 million tourists each year, making it the forty-ninth most visited city globally and the 6th in the Middle East.

In 2022, Riyadh had a population of 7.0 million, making it the most populous city in Saudi Arabia, the 3rd largest in the Middle East, and the 38th in Asia.

Riyadh’s golden sand dunes provide a range of activities, from sandboarding and dune bashing to quad biking across the rolling terrain. As Riyadh continues to enhance its tourism options, the city, known as one of the wealthiest in the world, is quickly adding new hotels, attractions, and infrastructure.

King Khalid International Airport, located about 35 kilometres (22 miles) north of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was designed by the architectural firm HOK, with the Arabian Bechtel Company Limited serving as the construction manager for the Saudi government. The airport features five passenger terminals, although only three are currently in use, each equipped with eight aerobridges.

It also includes a mosque, parking facilities for 11,600 vehicles, a Royal Terminal for the kingdom's guests, government officials, and the Saudi royal family, a central control tower that ranks among the world's tallest, and two parallel runways, each 4,260 metres (13,980 feet) long.

Once the largest airport in the world by ground area, KKIA now holds the title of the second-largest, after King Fahd International Airport, and is one of the busiest airports in the Middle East. Riyadh Airports Company manages the airport.

The Royal Mosque within the airport is notable for its impressive stained glass, designed by British artist Brian Clarke, which is recognized as one of the largest and most advanced stained glass projects of the modern era.

Riyadh Air

With the new airline in operation, now is the perfect time to visit Riyadh. This shows how seriously Saudi Arabia is taking tourism. Riyadh Air aims to leverage Saudi Arabia's strategic location by connecting business and leisure travellers to over 100 destinations worldwide by 2030.

Riyadh Air will highlight Saudi Arabia's vibrant cultural and natural attractions to tourists around the world while also reflecting the country's genuine hospitality.

Based in Saudi Arabia's capital, the new airline has teamed up with Lufthansa Systems. When it begins operations, it aims to be at the forefront of digital aviation by leveraging technology to reduce fuel and carbon emissions.

The airline will incorporate technology at every step, from interactive flight planning tools to digital crew management, to ensure maximum operational efficiency, safety, and stability. With Riyadh Air's first flight scheduled for 2025, it's the right time to plan the visit to Riyadh.

Tourist Places in Riyadh

Riyadh is a dynamic city that seamlessly blends modernity and tradition. From awe-inspiring skyscrapers like the Kingdom Centre and Al Faisaliah Tower to the historic charm of Diriyah, the city offers a diverse range of experiences. Today, we will tell you about the places to visit in Saudi Arabia Riyadh so that you can travel hassle-free. Tourists can explore cultural gems like the National Museum and the King Abdulaziz Historical Center. So let's find out.

The Sky Bridge: A Thrilling Panoramic Experience

Soaring 300 meters above the heat of Riyadh, the curved Sky Bridge offers visitors a stunning bird's-eye view of the city's vast landscape. Suspended between the two towers of the iconic Kingdom Centre, this architectural wonder provides an unforgettable experience in the capital.

The Kingdom Centre is a 990-foot-tall skyscraper that features a shopping mall, the Sky Bridge, and the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel. Additionally, the Riyadh Art initiative transforms the city into an open-air gallery, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the city's vibrant art scene.

As you step onto the glass-floored bridge, you're greeted with sweeping views of Riyadh's constantly changing skyline, from the glistening skyscrapers to the expansive Arabian desert stretching beyond the city.

National Museum of Saudi Arabia: A Historical Journey

Situated in a striking modernist building, the National Museum of Saudi Arabia offers a captivating look into the kingdom's history, from ancient civilizations to the modern era.

As you explore the museum's halls, you'll discover a wealth of intricately crafted artefacts, such as ancient pottery, detailed textiles, and invaluable works of art.

Be sure to admire the evocative rock carvings, as well as the models and the full-scale replica of a Nabataean tomb from Madain Saleh. The museum's outdoor exhibits also provide a fascinating glimpse into Saudi Arabia's natural landscape and archaeological treasures.

Al Masmak Palace: Explore Saudi Heritage

Uncover Saudi Arabia's royal history at Al Masmak Palace, a historic fortress located in the heart of Riyadh. Built-in the 19th century and surrounded by sand, this mudbrick palace played a key role in the kingdom's history, including the bold raid by Ibn Saʿūd in 1902 to recapture Riyadh from the Rashīds.

As you wander through the palace's beautifully decorated rooms and towering battlements, you'll find fascinating photographs of Saudi Arabia from 1912 to 1937.

Be sure to visit the museum within the palace grounds, where you can gain valuable insights into the lives of Saudi Arabia's founders.

Wadi Namar: A Desert Oasis

Take a break from the city and visit Wadi Namar, a green oasis nestled beside the 2 km Namar Dam. This park boasts an industrial lake and dam, with pathways stretching over 2,000 meters, perfect for walking or biking.

You'll find food stalls and picnic spots to relax and escape the hustle of urban life. For children, there are play areas and chances to feed the local ducks.

Boulevard Riyadh City: Where Culture and Commerce Converge

Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Boulevard Riyadh City, the city's largest entertainment centre, where culture and commerce merge in a brilliant showcase of lights and sounds. Situated in Riyadh's central business district, this dynamic spot has it all—from designer boutiques and fine dining to a wide range of entertainment.

Catch a theatre show at the Bakr Al-Sheddi Theater, try go-karting, or experience skiing in the 'snow zone.'Be sure to check out the vibrant dancing fountain, with seating both indoors and outdoors, where you can relax and watch the captivating water show.

Visiting a zoo in a foreign country can be an incredibly rewarding experience, as it requires minimal language skills and simply a love for animals. The Riyadh Zoo is a perfect example, hosting over 1,300 animals from 190 different species, all residing in six specially protected areas. Located in the Al Malaz neighbourhood of Riyadh, it's a must-visit attraction—just remember to book your tickets in advance.

Frequently Asked Question

What are the must-visit tourist attractions in Riyadh? Riyadh offers a variety of attractions, including the Sky Bridge for panoramic views, the National Museum for a journey through Saudi history, Al Masmak Palace for a glimpse into the kingdom's heritage, and Wadi Namar for a peaceful escape into nature. Remember to visit the bustling Boulevard Riyadh City for entertainment and shopping.

How can I get around Riyadh as a tourist?Riyadh has a well-developed transport system, including taxis, ride-sharing services like Uber and Careem, and a growing metro network. You can also rent a car, particularly if you plan to explore areas beyond the city.

Is it necessary to book tickets in advance for attractions like Riyadh Zoo and the Sky Bridge?

It’s recommended to book tickets ahead of time for popular attractions like Riyadh Zoo and the Sky Bridge, it's recommended to book tickets ahead of time, particularly during peak tourist seasons.

When is the best time to travel to Riyadh?The most favourable period to visit Riyadh is from November to March, as the weather during these is perfect for discovering the city's outdoor attractions.

Are there family-friendly activities in Riyadh?Absolutely! Riyadh offers plenty of family-friendly activities, including visits to Riyadh Zoo, Wadi Namar for picnics and nature walks, and Boulevard Riyadh City, which features entertainment options for all ages.

Conclusion

In summary, Riyadh offers a rich tapestry of experiences, blending its deep-rooted history with modern advancements. From exploring historical landmarks like Al Masmak Palace and the National Museum to enjoying the thrill of the Sky Bridge and the serenity of Wadi Namar, Riyadh caters to every traveller's interests. The city's ongoing development, including the launch of Riyadh Air, reflects its commitment to becoming a global tourist destination. Whether you're intrigued by cultural heritage, natural beauty, or modern entertainment, Riyadh promises a memorable visit that showcases the best of Saudi Arabia.

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