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Riyadh: An Oasis of Modernism in the Desert

By By David Esler david.esler@comcast.net
Source: Business & Commercial Aviation

Credit: Fuel cards and contract fuel

Maintenance: Yes

Lav service: Yes

Catering: Airlines

Fees: Landing, handling, approximately $2,500-$3,000

Security: Excellent, provided by a Saudi government agency tasked with airport security. Airport guarded 24 hr./day by armed security patrols aided by remote cameras. Lighting and fencing in good condition. General aviation terminal is relatively isolated from other facilities at airport, located approximately 6,000 ft. from main passenger terminal.

Ground transportation: Prearranged cars and drivers

Distance and driving time to downtown: 35 km/22 sm; 25- to 45-min. drive, depending on traffic during rush hours

BCA appreciates the assistance of Rockwell Collins Flight Information Solutions in the preparation of this report.

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