According to Arabian Business Emirates Airline said on it will be forced to reduce flights to 41 destinations during the 80-day period of runway upgrading works at Dubai International, which start on May 1. The Dubai-based airline said in a statement that its revenues will be hit to the tune of AED 1 billion ($272 million) as it grounds 20 aircraft in May, 22 in June, and 22 in July, as Dubai Airports launches the upgrade project which will see both runways at Dubai International close alternatively for resurfacing and other enhancement works.
Posted on: Thu, 08 May 2014 09:21:00 +0000