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Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has noted ongoing global flight disruptions due to the evolving situation in the Middle East and the continued closure of United Arab Emirates (UAE) airspace.
According to the Spokesperson for ACSA, Ofentse Dijoe, travellers scheduled to depart from South African airports to the Middle East and UAE are advised not to proceed to airport precincts until they have confirmed their flight status with their respective airline.
“ACSA continues to monitor developments in coordination with aviation stakeholders. We acknowledge the frustration and anxiety caused by these disruptions and extend our support to all affected travellers.
Travellers are strongly advised to rely on information from official sources. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available,” said Dijoe.
Travellers can contact their respective airlines on:
• Emirates – www.emirates.com | +971 600 555 555
• Qatar Airways – www.qatarairways.com | +974 4144 5555 or +44 3309 127 416
South African citizens stranded in affected areas should contact the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) or the nearest South African mission:
Tel: +27 12 351 1000
Email: CICC@dirco.gov.za Or contact the nearest South African mission.
