A gulf air flight - GF167 - was diverted yesterday to Bahrain after experiencing turbulence while approaching King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
A statement issued by the national carrier said,"Gulf Air can confirm that, due to inclement weather conditions in Riyadh yesterday 10th May 2017, its flight GF167, an Airbus A330 departing Bahrain International Airport at 1545 local Bahrain time to King Khalid International Airport in the Saudi Arabian capital city of Riyadh with 107 passengers and 11 crew, experienced severe turbulence on approach into King Khalid International Airport and was subsequently diverted to Bahrain, landing into Bahrain International Airport at 1915 local Bahrain time .