Coronavirus: Emirates to suspend all passenger flights until further notice

Emirates Airline announced on Sunday it will be suspending all passenger flights starting from March 25, in an effort to combat the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.

In a statement released by the airline on Sunday 22nd, it said the airline has taken the decision to suspend all passenger flights by Wednesday 25th March 2020. It however said it’s cargo division will continue to operate.

“Today we made the decision to temporarily suspend all passenger flights by 25 March 2020. SkyCargo operations will continue. This painful but pragmatic move will help Emirates Group preserve business viability and secure jobs worldwide, avoiding cuts,” the airline said in a statement.

The UAE has recorded 153 cases of coronavirus with two deaths as a result of the virus.