Saudi national carrier orders over 100 Airbus jets

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia's national airline, Saudia, has ordered more than 100 new Airbus jets as part of the kingdom's ambitious efforts to attract more tourists.

On May 20, Saudia Group, which includes Saudia and its budget carrier Flyadeal, announced an order for 105 aircraft from Airbus's A320neo family. This order consists of 12 A320neos and 93 A321neos, increasing Saudia Group's backlog to 144 Ai