Bangladesh, April 12 -- The Kingdom’s flagship carrier (Saudi airline) is preparing for full-capacity operations ahead of the lift of the travel ban next month, with Saudis eager to safely return to traveling during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.

Saudi Minister of Transport Saleh Al-Jasser chaired a meeting with the Saudia airline board of directors to discuss preparations for the return of international flights on May 17.

The date will mark the end of the suspension of international travel for Saudi citizens by land, air, and sea.

The minister expressed his thanks for the efforts made to safely continue domestic flights by limiting the spread of COVID-19.

Saudia was ranked among the top 10 airlines worldwide for its hea...