Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector needs direct state support, lobby IATA says – ZAWYA

Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector needs direct state support, lobby IATA says – ZAWYA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) logo is seen at the International Tourism Trade Fair ITB in Berlin, Germany, March 7, 2018.. Saudi Arabia should consider providing financial aid to airlines and airports, and think about reducing, waiving or deferring government imposes taxes and fees, it said in a statement.. Airlines in Saudi Arabia are estimated to lose $7.5 billion this year due to the coronavirus pandemic that has crushed travel demand, the lobby said..