Saudi Royal Air Force Falcons Take Part in RIAT 2023

Saudi Falcons at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT 2023). (SPA)
Saudi Falcons at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT 2023). (SPA)
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Saudi Royal Air Force Falcons Take Part in RIAT 2023

Saudi Falcons at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT 2023). (SPA)
Saudi Falcons at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT 2023). (SPA)

The Saudi Falcons Aerobatic Team of the Royal Saudi Air Force presented an air show at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT 2023) in Gloucestershire, England.

RIAT 2023 is the world’s largest military air show. It is running from July 14 to 16, with the participation of more than 250 aircraft from some 58 countries.

The event featured a wide range of aircraft on display, from the massive B-52 long-range bomber to fighter jets, helicopters, and transport airplanes.

This year’s event is being held under the theme “Skytanker23” and will focus on the important role of air-to-air refueling in modern military aviation.

The exhibition offers a historical journey through the significant developments of air refueling technology from its early stages in 1923.



Saudi Arabia Re-Elected as Chair of SMIIC Board for Third Consecutive Term

file photo of the Saudi flag - SPA
file photo of the Saudi flag - SPA
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Saudi Arabia Re-Elected as Chair of SMIIC Board for Third Consecutive Term

file photo of the Saudi flag - SPA
file photo of the Saudi flag - SPA

The member states of the Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries (SMIIC) reaffirmed their confidence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by electing it as Chairman of the Board of Directors for a third consecutive term (2025–2027) during the 29th meeting of the SMIIC Board of Directors, held in Madinah with representatives from 13 member countries.

The Kingdom’s election underscores its leadership in standardization efforts across the Islamic world, its effective role in fostering technical cooperation, and its commitment to strengthening quality infrastructure to support the economic growth of member states, SPA reported.

Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) Governor Dr. Saad Al-Kasabi expressed his pride in this show of confidence, emphasizing the Kingdom’s commitment to continuing its support for SMIIC’s efforts and enhancing joint technical work through the development of a legislative framework for standardization activities.