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Etihad Resumes Flights Amidst Middle East Aviation Crisis

3/2/2026

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Etihad Airways resumed flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport on March 2, 2026, after suspending operations due to the ongoing conflict with Iran.
The airline plans to operate up to 15 flights, including routes to London, Paris, and Mumbai.
Emirates and Qatar Airways have kept flights grounded.
The broader Middle East aviation industry has faced disruptions, with over 2,300 flights canceled recently and thousands of passengers stranded.
Governments are considering evacuation plans for their nationals, and some travelers are seeking alternative routes from neighboring countries.

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Etihad Airways resumed flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport on March 2, 2026, after suspending operations due to the ongoing conflict with Iran.
The airline plans to operate up to 15 flights, including routes to London, Paris, and Mumbai.
Emirates and Qatar Airways have kept flights grounded.
The broader Middle East aviation industry has faced disruptions, with over 2,300 flights canceled recently and thousands of passengers stranded.
Governments are considering evacuation plans for their nationals, and some travelers are seeking alternative routes from neighboring countries.