Emirates Airlines said that it has begun, in cooperation and coordination with the Dubai Health Authority, to take additional steps in preventive measures, and accordingly, all passengers on the flight to Tunisia this morning (Wednesday) were subjected to the examination of "Covid 19" before the plane took off from Dubai. The Emirates thus became the first carrier to undergo a rapid "Covid-19" field inspection.
The company stated in a press statement that the Dubai Health Authority conducted the tests seamlessly in the area to complete the procedures for group travel in Building 3 at Dubai International Airport, and provided the results within 10 minutes.
"These tests were conducted with the utmost speed, smoothness and accuracy, and that would not have been done without the cooperation of the various entities. We are currently planning to develop our capabilities and apply procedures to other flights, which allows us to conduct field checks and ensure immediate safety Travelers to countries that require a Covid-19 certification. As we repeatedly confirm, the safety of our passengers and crew is always our top priority. "
"We believe that the most effective solutions require close partnerships with public and private sector institutions, so we are working proactively with various government agencies and the private health sector, and we have implemented all necessary measures from protecting public health to Providing high quality health services in line with the latest international guidelines. "
Emirates has modified how to finalize travel procedures for counters and boarding procedures to comply with the rules of social separation. It installed transparent protective shields on all counters as a precaution to protect travelers and employees from any risks during the procedures. The wearing of face masks and gloves and the use of sterilizers have become obligatory for all airport workers.
All passengers are required to wear their own masks while traveling at the airport and on board the flight throughout the flight, and follow the rules of social distance.
Emirates Airlines applies a modified service program on these flights to comply with health and safety regulations. There is no publication on aircraft. While food and beverages continue to be provided to passengers, Emirates Airlines strives to avoid contact with crew members and passengers during service, through modified procedures for packing and packaging meals and serving drinks in their original packages. Passengers are not permitted to carry hand luggage on planes, except for the laptop, personal handbag, and children's bag. For each passenger, the weight of the hand luggage available for his class is added to the permitted weight of his luggage that is placed in the cargo bay.