Dubai Airport remains open on April 16; 124 delays spark visa-overstay warning for travellers
Emirates sets 31 May deadline for penalty-free changes as reduced schedule continues
UAE airports log another 4,000-plus flight delays as regional disruption drags into 16 April
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Etihad slashes in-cabin pet-travel fee to US$399 as demand soars
Etihad has reduced its in-cabin pet fee to US$399 for bookings until 31 May, making the UAE’s second-largest carrier one of the region’s most pet-friendly options. The move lowers relocation costs for expatriates and companies moving staff to Abu Dhabi.
Dubai unveils world’s first dedicated air-taxi station near DXB
Dubai has completed the world’s first dedicated air-taxi station at DXB, part of a four-stop eVTOL network due to launch commercially later in 2026. The project could redefine airport-city transfers and adds momentum to the UAE’s ambition to be a test-bed for advanced urban mobility.
Dubai Integrates Golden Visa, Property-Linked and Retiree Residency Services into One Digital Platform
Under a new agreement signed on 15 April 2026, the GDRFA and Dubai Land Department have merged all real-estate residency programmes—including Golden Visas—into one digital system. The move promises faster approvals, less paperwork and clearer status-tracking for foreign investors, retirees and property owners, strengthening Dubai’s appeal to globally mobile talent and corporates.
British Airways and Lufthansa Halt Dubai Flights as Regional Conflict Keeps UAE Hubs in Flux
A fresh advisory on 15 April 2026 shows British Airways, Lufthansa and several partner airlines extending suspensions of Dubai flights, while Air India keeps a limited schedule. Reduced capacity at DXB is disrupting business travel, supply chains and upcoming conferences, underscoring the need for robust rerouting and duty-of-care strategies.
124 Flight Delays and 22 Cancellations Hit UAE Airports as Regional Turbulence Persists
Real-time data on 15 April 2026 shows 124 delays and 22 cancellations across Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports, driven by ongoing Gulf airspace restrictions. The disruption is causing long immigration queues, soaring hotel costs and potential visa-over-stay risks for business travellers, highlighting the importance of contingency planning.