Emirates suspends flights to Baghdad after shooting
An Emirates’ spokesperson said: "Emirates can confirm that we are suspending our flights to and from Baghdad due to operational and safety concerns. This took effect from 26 January until further notice. Our services to other points in Iraq – Erbil and Basra continue to operate as scheduled."
"We remain committed to our customers in Iraq and hope to resume services to Baghdad as soon as operational conditions allow us to do so. Our customer service team is contacting affected customers to assist them with making alternative travel arrangements. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Customers can also check emirates.com for the latest flight status," the spokesperson said.
The incident had occurred in Baghdad on Monday while reports said two passengers were injured as the flight was hit by gunfire.
“After landing at Baghdad International Airport (BGW) on January 26, 2015, damage to the aircraft fuselage consistent with small arms fire was discovered on flydubai flight FZ 215,” the flydubai spokesperson was quoted as saying by khaleejtimes.com.
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