The Directorate- General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has finalized a plan in preparation for the start of commercial flights in August, which includes several necessary measures that are being reviewed by Minister of Communications and Minister of State for National Assembly Affairs Mubarak Al-Haris, reports Al-Seyassah daily.
The daily quoting sources said these include the enforcement of health procedures and requirements that must be followed in compliance with the Cabinet’s decision, and also includes procedures for technical and professional preparations for workers at the airport. The plan developed by the administration includes providing the necessary services to travelers at all passenger halls, as well as ensuring the safety of personnel in an efficient and disciplined manner in all operating sectors according to health standards.
The daily highlights that the plan takes into account the importance of adhering to the precautionary measures issued by the health authorities at this stage to protect travelers and workers from coronavirus infection.
Meanwhile, Director of Operations Department at the DGCA Mansour Al- Hashemi said 29 scheduled flights carrying 5,229 passengers left the Kuwait International Airport, Wednesday, reports Al-Seyassah daily. He explained 10,067 passengers have left the country since mid-March to 29 destinations including New York, Dubai, Pakistan, Cairo and India aboard many domestic and foreign airlines, including Al- Jazeera and Kuwait Airways, EgyptAir, Air Cairo and other airline companies.
Al-Hashemi pointed out the DGCA is keen to ensure all passengers adhere to all health requirements such as social distancing and wearing gloves and masks, and the same procedures are mandated for flight operators and crew who must abide by all requirements while leaving the Kuwait International Airport.