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Riyadh Air Is Busing Passengers 270 Miles to Avoid Houthi Strikes
Original publisher: Skift, published
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What happened
Skift reports that Riyadh Air is moving passengers by bus over a roughly 270‑mile distance to route them around areas threatened by Houthi strikes.
Why it matters
Travelers on affected Riyadh Air itineraries could face long ground transfers and potential schedule disruption; impacts depend on which routes or airports are being bypassed.
Key details
- Riyadh Air is using buses to cover about 270 miles for passengers.
- The ground transfers are intended to avoid areas at risk from Houthi strikes.
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