Emirates explained that Dubai International Airport was temporarily suspended for a short period of time from 12:36 to 12:51 pm UAE time, which led to the transfer of two flights to it on suspicion of a small drone "Drone" In the surrounding airspace, the two flights returned to Dubai International Airport following the opening of airspace.
Flight EK 433 from Brisbane and Singapore was diverted to Al Maktoum Airport and flight EK511 from Delhi was temporarily diverted to Sharjah International Airport until Dubai International Airport's airspace was cleared. Suspicion of the presence of any aircraft "drone" that may be used by some individuals in the vicinity of the airport, while ignoring the warnings that have been issued by the relevant authorities of the practice of this wrong behavior, which puts the owner of legal liability for the danger it represents.
The flights returned to Dubai International Airport following the opening of airspace. Emirates has offered alternative options for passengers who have missed follow-up flights, including a hotel stay in Dubai as needed. Emirates has regretted any inconvenience caused by these necessary measures, and stressed that the safety of its passengers and crew is critical and will not be compromised. Out at all.