DUBAI – The United Arab Emirates Aviation Authority has introduced a new protocol to tackle the spread of communicable diseases during air travel.
The protocol was introduced on Tuesday and basically, it stresses swift reporting by operators’ stations and collaboration with local health authorities.
International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and member states have lavished praise on the UAE authorities for their innovative approach to reducing significant public health risks associated with air travel.
The protocol was introduced by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) during the Collaborative Arrangement for the Prevention and Management of Public Health Events in Civil Aviation (CAPSCA) joint meeting in Germany.
Commenting on the measure, Saif Mohamed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of GCAA, highlighted the Protocol’s importance and asserted that the authority would adhere to global aviation safety standards through collaborative efforts with international…
