Makkah: The Royal Saudi Air Force is participating in the comprehensive plan of the Ministry of Defense, which aims to support the efforts and plans of all security and government agencies in providing all services and facilities to pilgrims.
The air force has deployed its capabilities to strengthen security measures and prevent any incidents that might disrupt the security of Hajj and the safety of pilgrims, from the moment they arrive to perform Hajj rituals until they leave the holy sites.
The Air Force is responsible for organizing, managing, and monitoring the airspace and supervising air traffic in the holy sites for all aircraft participating in the Hajj mission from other sectors. It also secures the necessary aircraft to implement the security plan and equips the airports with technicians to detect hazardous materials.
Additionally, the Air Force collaborates with the Ministry of Interior to follow up on security plans, monitor traffic and pedestrian movement, and oversee Makkah’s ports and sortin
g points to prevent the infiltration of Hajj regulations violators into the holy sites. They operate flights around the clock to ensure continuous surveillance and support.
Source: Saudi Press Agency