The first phase included operating 60 flights carrying 17,498 passengers over two days
The UAE has announced the activation of regional emergency plans for the aviation sector in coordination with the GCC states and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), to ensure the continuity of air operations according to the highest safety standards, in light of current regional developments.
Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the General Civil Aviation Authority, explained in a UAE government statement on the latest sector developments that the Authority is continuously monitoring the situation and conducting careful assessments to ensure the gradual and safe return of air traffic, according to a post on the Authority's account on X.
He added that the competent authorities have opened dedicated emergency air corridors in cooperation with neighboring countries, noting that the current operational capacity through these corridors is 48 flights an hour, with the possibility of increasing it according to approved safety assessments.
As part of operations to bring home citizens and residents, dedicated flights to return affected travelers through the country's airports have begun in phases. The first phase, from 2 March until today, included 60 flights carrying 17,498 passengers.
He added that the next phase includes operating 80 scheduled flights in a single day with the capacity to carry more than 27,000 passengers, as part of a flexible operational plan to manage air traffic during the exceptional circumstances.
Al Marri stressed that the safety of passengers and flight crews is a top priority, with continued national and regional coordination to ensure smooth operations and sustained operational readiness.
To view the post on the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority account, click here.
