Ongoing Houthi missile and drone strikes on Saudi targets, including Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport in early October 2026, have driven heightened aviation risks and temporary airport restrictions, with multiple attacks reported through November. Iran-aligned Houthi forces have explicitly warned airlines to avoid Saudi airspace except near Mecca and Medina, citing Saudi operations in Yemen. European EASA advisories recommend avoiding defined portions of the Jeddah Flight Information Region through November 16 due to risks of misidentification, interceptions, and debris, while the FAA urges caution through December 10 amid military activity and navigation interference. Saudi air defenses have intercepted recent launches, and some carriers maintain suspensions or reroutes, though core airspace remains open with partial operational limits. Regional tensions tied to broader US-Iran dynamics and Yemen conflict continue to shape airline decisions and regulatory updates.