Saudia

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/saudia

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the primary hub airport (jeddah)?King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
2. What is the secondary hub airport (riyadh)?King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
3. Where does Saudia fly from?Saudia flies out of two main airports: King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
4. Why does Saudia help with Hajj and Umrah?Saudia runs many special flights to carry millions of pilgrims each year, making it easier for people to visit the holy cities of Mecca and Medina.

Flag Carrier: The principal airline of a country, often state-owned or strongly supported, representing national interests.
Hub Airport: A major airport designated as a central point for an airline's operations, facilitating passenger and cargo transfers.
Airline Alliance: A strategic partnership between multiple airlines that cooperate to expand their global network and offer integrated services to passengers.
Charter Flight: A flight operated on a hire basis for a specific group or event, distinct from regular scheduled services.