The number of Saudi employees at the Technical Services sector of Saudi Arabian Airlines (SV) has increased by end of September 2006 to 85% of the total number of employees in that sector. This amounts to 5142 employees of the total 6049 staff members. In comparison, the increase was up to 76% of the total in 2000. Technical Services is comprised of technicians, engineers, planners and inspectors and this increase in the number of Saudi employees reflects the great abilities and capabilities of Saudi youth in working on the maintenance of aircraft bodies, engines, avionics and fleet support equipment and proves the success of the airlines technical training programs