Drones cause diversion of flights at Dubai Airport
Dubai, Sep 22 () Dubai-based Emirates Airlines on Sunday had to temporarily divert many flights at Dubai International Airport due to the “drone activity” in the surrounding airspace. Flight EK 433 from Brisbane and Singapore to Dubai was diverted to Dubai World Central and another flight EK 511 from Delhi to Dubai was diverted to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ).
“The drone activity took place despite repeated warnings by concerned authorities that such individual actions are serious violations of regulations that seek to prevent unauthorised aerial activity in the vicinity of airports,” the airline said in a statement.
“Emirates confirmed it assisted affected passengers with alternative booking options and hotel accommodation. Emirates expressed its sincere regret for any inconvenience caused,” it said.
