Saudi Arabia: Who will be the RSASF Commander?

14 May 2024

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Summary

Major General (Maj. Gen.) Pilot Sulaiman Bin Ali Al-Fayez has been appointed to lead the executive

team overseeing the establishment of the Royal Saudi Air and Space Force (RSASF).

The RSASF is expected to play a crucial role in establishing a robust defensive and offensive military safety network covering both the Kingdom and GCC countries.

The following note provides exclusive insights on key aspects including:

The timeline for the establishment of the RSASF
The foreseen RSASF Commander

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Saudi Arabia: Who will be the RSASF Commander?

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