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ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
Etihad Airways announced on Wednesday cancellations to several of its flights from Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad due to the Pakistan Airspace closure.
In a press statement, Etihad said that as a result of the closure of Pakistani airspace, Etihad Airways flights — EY284 (Abu Dhabi to Lahore), EY296 (Abu Dhabi to Karachi), and EY302 (Abu Dhabi to Islamabad) — which were en route to Pakistan on May 6, have returned to Abu Dhabi.
Etihad added that the cancelled flights on May 7, included the following:
• EY297 from Karachi to Abu Dhabi
• EY285 from Lahore to Abu Dhabi
• EY303 from Islamabad to Abu Dhabi
The UAE National carrier further said some other services may be rerouted to avoid the affected airspace, potentially resulting in extended flight times.
Etihad added that its teams work to assist affected guests with their travel arrangements, including rebooking and alternative options where possible.
The safety of our guests and crew is our highest priority. Etihad works closely with the relevant authorities to monitor the situation and take appropriate action, according to the statement.
Etihad Airways advised travellers to check the status of their flight on etihad.com, the Etihad mobile app, or by contacting the Etihad Airways Contact Centre at +971 600 555 666 (UAE). Guests should also ensure their contact details are up to date via Manage Your Booking to receive the latest updates, said Etihad Airways.
Etihad Airways added, "We regret any inconvenience caused and appreciate our guests’ patience and understanding during this evolving situation."
