Etihad Airways has unveiled plans to return to a limited schedule of flying from May 1st – subject to United Arab Emirates government-imposed travel restrictions being lifted.
In a sign the corner might have been turned, the Abu Dhabi flag-carrier said it would operate a reduced network until June 30th, with a view to offering a fuller schedule as and when the global situation improves.
Etihad is also continuing to operate a growing schedule of special passenger flights allowing foreign nationals in the UAE the opportunity to travel out of the country, and to carry essential belly-hold cargo such as perishables, pharmaceuticals, and medical supplies.
To date, the airline has also repatriated almost 600 UAE nationals on return services.
Currently, Etihad – considered the World’s Leading Airline by the World Travel Awards – is using 22 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and 777-300ER passenger aircraft, with five more ready for service, to complement its operational fleet of five 777-200F freighters.
These aircraft are providing scheduled and special passenger and belly-hold cargo services to several destinations worldwide.
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