Not stirring the pot here AA Driver.
I understand that they were offered secure housing, on Saudia City gaurded by saudi national gaurd, and backed out of a signed contract due to a security clause. stating their pilots union refused to come to KSA.
The Saudi National Gaurd leaves a lot to be desired, especially after recent events, but is much safer than any hotel here in jeddah.
This compound is even reviewed by others for security to include the US and British Consulate.
Hotels are not and are even advised against staying to include the rental car agencies.
Perhaps they made the decision as you stated based on fewer personel at risk
This was weeks ago.
Maybe they seen the writing on the walls and sensed this was going to get worse.
Cant blame them for that.
I am sure that after the attacks on the US consulate here they made a wise decision.
Last edited by Earl; 9th December 2004 at 18:37.