Covid: Special Emirates flight with vaccinated crew, passengers takes off

National carrier Emirates is all set to operate a special flight that will carry only fully vaccinated crew and passengers on board to showcase the UAE's remarkable progress in its vaccination programme.

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The special flight (EK2021) will depart from the Dubai International Airport (DXB) at 12:00 hours local time to cruise over various areas across the UAE. The flight will return to Dubai at 14:30 hours local time.

The one-off flight is a unique event that will not only celebrate the success of the UAE's vaccination programme so far but will also highlight the airline's progress in vaccinating its staff, including pilots and cabin crew.

Passengers at the same time will have the opportunity to experience Emirates' newest A380 aircraft, which features the airline's brand-new Premium Economy seats and refurbished cabin interiors across all cabin classes.

Team Khaleej Times onboard flight with 400 fully vaccinated passengers. Join us as we take you on a virtual tour of the flight:

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Video: A look inside the milestone Emirates fully vaccinated flight

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Live on board the fully vaccinated Emirates light that is carrying around 400 passengers

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Passengers Maggie and Simon Neil ready for the Emirates milestone #ChooseToVaccinate fully vaccinated flight

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Passengers ready for the Emirates milestone #ChooseToVaccinate fully vaccinated flight.

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Passengers travelling on the special flight are expected to arrive at the check-in counter three hours before take-off.

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