The American Airlines, United and United Eleles, announced the suspension of their daily flights from the United States to the Qatari capital, Doha and Dubai, as a result of the escalation of military tensions in the Middle East and security warnings issued by American embassies in the region.
Warnings of the American embassy in Qatar
The decision of the American Airlines company after the US embassy in Qatar issued a warning to its citizens and employees of the necessity of caution, and avoiding gatherings and sites related to the United States, in light of the escalation of tensions in the region.
Hanging trips until further notice
The company stopped its daily trip from Philadelphia to Doha until June 22, and has left the last trip from Doha to Philadelphia this morning. The company stated in a statement that it “is constantly monitoring the situation, and will make operational decisions according to safety and security requirements.”
Doubles suspension to Dubai also
For its part, UNIDANINES has suspended its daily journey between the Newark Airport in New Jersey and Dubai, and confirmed that it would resume flights “when the situation becomes safe.” Delta and UNITED had stopped flights to Tel Aviv earlier this month after the Israeli attack on Iran.
An increased effect on regional aviation centers
The suspension of flights to Dubai and Doha is an escalation of aviation disturbances in the Middle East, where the two cities are considered one of the most important air centers for long connection flights between Asia, Europe and the United States. Previous turmoil was often confined to the atmosphere of the countries surrounding Israel and Iranian missile paths.
Partial closure of the air field and military bases
Last Friday witnessed the most severe confusion, with flights stopping over Israel and the closure of Tehran airport, while Iraq, Syria, Jordan and Lebanon witnessed temporary closures of its air field. Temporary restrictions have also been imposed on reaching the Al -Kadid Air Force Base, which are used by forces from several countries, according to the American embassy.
Other companies are affected
Air France-KLM and Air Canada also canceled a number of its flights to Dubai and Riyadh, according to its official sites, indicating a widespread impact of tensions on the international aviation sector.
