Emirates begins ‘reduced flight schedule’

KARACHI: Emirates airline has resumed a reduced flight schedule following the partial reopening of regional airspace.

According to the Emirates, more than 100 flights will depart from and return to Dubai International Airport on March 5 and 6, marking the airline’s initial steps toward restoring normal operations. The flights are set to transport passengers to their final destinations, along with critical cargo including perishables and pharmaceutical supplies.

“Safety is always our top priority,” Emirates said, adding that it will “continue to gradually build back its flying schedule, subject to airspace availability and all operational requirements being met.”

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