The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced on March 13 that air transport operations, disrupted by recent tensions in the Middle East, are gradually recovering. Nationwide aviation operations remain stable, according to the statement.
Data revealed that between March 1 and 12, UAE airports facilitated the travel of approximately 1.4 million passengers, while 7,839 flights operated within UAE airspace during the same period. The statement further noted that the operational capacity of UAE-based airlines has now recovered to 44.6% of pre-conflict levels.
The GCAA emphasized that safety remains the top priority as the UAE's aviation sector continues to address these transitional challenges.
Tensions in the Middle East escalated after the US and Israel carried out military strikes on Iran on Feb. 28. The unrest led to significant disruptions in airspace operations across the region, resulting in widespread flight cancellations.
The regional instability has also impacted flights in Hong Kong. Cathay Pacific recently announced that passenger and cargo flights to and from Dubai and Riyadh would remain suspended until March 31 due to ongoing turbulence in the Middle East. Affected passengers are eligible for ticket rebooking, route changes, or refunds.
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