Emirates is showcasing the UAE's remarkable progress in its vaccination program with a special flight that will carry only fully vaccinated crew and passengers onboard. On April 10, 2021, special flight EK2021 will depart Dubai International Airport at 12:00hrs local time, to cruise over various areas across the UAE. The flight will return to Dubai at 14:30hrs local time. The one-off flight EK2021 is a unique event that not only celebrates the success of the UAE's vaccination program to date but also highlights Emirates' progress in vaccinating its staff and in particular its pilots and cabin crew. Aviation has been and continues to be an irreplaceable force for good, connecting people and cities, facilitating important trade flows and passenger journeys that bring economic prosperity and joy to millions of people. Passengers will have the opportunity to experience Emirates' newest A380 aircraft which features the airline's brand-new Premium Economy seats and refreshed cabin interiors across all cabin classes. The Emirates A380 remains a customer favorite for its unmatched comfort and spaciousness. From the award-winning ice inflight entertainment experience to the iconic A380 Onboard Lounge service for Business and First Class passengers, from a full-course gourmet meal in all classes to the friendly Emirates cabin crew, flyers can expect the full Emirates experience on board this special flight. Passengers traveling on EK2021 will be able to experience all of Dubai International Airport's services and amenities on the ground before boarding. In addition, customers can also try out first-hand, all the latest measures to help travelers enjoy a safe and smooth journey, including the new biometric and contactless technology which Emirates has recently implemented at the check-in areas and boarding gates at Dubai airport. This month, Airbus has launched a travel companion app called "Tripset". The application aggregates and provides flight and travel information to ease and restore passenger's trust in their end-to-end journey when traveling by air during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tripset allows for passengers to be informed of the latest and most relevant travel conditions, restrictions and health requirements in place, without having to consult a variety of sources. The UAE is one of the world's leading countries in administered vaccinations for citizens and residents and has made four COVID-19 vaccines available for free to everyone. To date, over 8 million vaccine shots have been administered in the UAE, protecting over half of the UAE's population. The Emirates Group has supported the national vaccination program by making COVID-19 vaccines readily available to its UAE-based workforce at multiple locations within the company's premises. To date, over 35,000 Emirates employees have received their COVID-19 vaccine shot from one of the company's vaccination centers, with over 85% of the airline's pilots and cabin crew already receiving two doses of the vaccine. — WAM
