Etihad Airways targeting 'meaningful' return to flying in July, says CEO - Arabianbusiness

Etihad Airways targeting 'meaningful' return to flying in July, says CEO - Arabianbusiness:

Etihad Airways is targeting mid-July for a 'meaningful' return to regular passenger flights, according to CEO Tony Douglas.

The Abu Dhabi carrier had previously pencilled in May 16 as a date for a return to flying, but the airline has since suspended sales of tickets on flights before June 16.

Speaking on CNN’s Quest Means Business, Etihad Airways CEO Tony Douglas said the airline has managed to get a “skeleton network” of flights using 25 of its Boeing 787 Dreamliners, primarily for cargo in the aircraft’s bellyhold, but also for repatriation of citizens back home and bringing residents back to the UAE.