The GCAA has confirmed that flight operations across UAE airspace have returned to normal following a temporary closure enforced earlier in the day.
Authorities described the shutdown as an exceptional precautionary step, taken after a comprehensive assessment of security and operational risks in coordination with national and international partners, as regional security conditions shifted rapidly.
Passenger safety and the protection of UAE sovereignty were cited as the driving factors behind the decision. The GCAA said both remain absolute priorities in its operational framework.
Airlines have been directed to work with local authorities to arrange accommodation and assistance for affected passengers. The GCAA urged travelers to reach out directly to their carriers for the latest information on rescheduled or delayed flights.
The authority also cautioned the public against relying on unofficial sources, asking that updates be sourced exclusively through official channels. It said it would continue providing timely information to relevant authorities and the public as the situation develops.
