The airline has stated that a limited number of passenger repatriation and cargo flights will continue to operate.
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Emirates and Etihad Airways, two major airlines operating out of Dubai and Abu Dhabi as their hubs, have extended the suspension of their regular flights. UAE-based Emirates said it has suspended all regular flights to and from Dubai until 11:59 pm local time on Wednesday.
The company has clarified that it will operate a limited number of passenger rescue (repatriation) and cargo flights on Wednesday as well. It is said that passengers who have already booked tickets on these flights will be accommodated on a priority basis.
Emirates has urged passengers not to go to the airport until they receive direct information or have confirmed tickets for a special flight. Updated flight details will be published on the official website and passengers are requested to check the flight status and receive notifications via email before traveling. The company has reiterated that the safety of passengers and crew is the highest priority.
Emirates, founded in 1985, is one of the world's leading international airlines operating out of Dubai International Airport. It has been providing services through a network spanning six continents. Emirates does not have direct flights to Nepal. However, many Nepali passengers who have reached Dubai via FlyDubai have used Emirates or Etihad flights to travel to Europe, the US and Canada.
Meanwhile, Etihad Airways, the national flag carrier of the UAE, has also suspended all regular commercial flights to and from Abu Dhabi until 2 pm UAE time on Thursday. According to the company, some aircraft repositioning, cargo and passenger rescue flights may be operated in coordination with the relevant government agencies, but these flights will be operated only after strict security and technical approval.
Etihad has also urged passengers not to go to the airport until they receive a direct contact call/email from the company.
Passengers with travel dates up to March 10 can rebook for free until March 31, and those who want to cancel flights up to March 10 can get a full refund. Passengers who bought tickets through a travel agent should contact the relevant agent.
Established in 2003, Etihad has been serving various destinations in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas, using Abu Dhabi International Airport as its main 'hub'. Although its flights to Nepal were cut due to the COVID-19 pandemic, preparations are underway to resume operations. Etihad has been playing a key role in establishing Abu Dhabi as a global transit hub.
