Etihad Airways News
Etihad Airways rolls-out Covid-19 insurance to passengers
Etihad Airways will offer passengers Covid-19 insurance as part of Etihad Wellness, a new health and hygiene programme. The insurance is valid worldwide for 31 days from the first day of travel.
Etihad Airways updates mobile app
Etihad Airways has extended its digital reach with an update to its mobile application for Android, Apple and Huawei smartphones, enabling guests to manage their journey with even greater ease.
Etihad joins Boeing ecoDemonstrator programme
An Etihad 787-10 Dreamliner decked out with equipment that can enhance safety and reduce CO2 emissions has commenced flight testing this week for the Boeing.
Etihad offers new travel options with expanded AccesRail deal
The partnership allows customers to book train and coach tickets in Europe in conjunction with their air fare using the airline’s online booking platform, or through their travel agency.
Etihad Airways latest carrier to detail Covid-19 toll
Etihad Airways carried some 3.5 million passengers in the first half of 2020, down 58 per cent from the 8.2 million reported in the same period of last year.
New protective equipment for premium Etihad passengers
As part of its new health and hygiene programme, Etihad Wellness, premium passengers will receive a snood style facemask for use throughout their journey and beyond.
Etihad Airways rolls out compulsory Covid-19 testing
All travellers flying Etihad Airways from August 1st around the world to Abu Dhabi, and those transferring via Abu Dhabi onto other flights, will be required to show a negative Covid-19 PCR test result.
Etihad partners with Boeing for emissions reduction programme
The collaboration, which includes extensive sound measurement testing with industry partners, builds on a strategic sustainability alliance Boeing and Etihad formed in November.
Etihad Airways signs Air Arabia Abu Dhabi codeshare deal
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi was formed following an agreement by Etihad Airways and Air Arabia to establish an independent joint venture company that will operate as a low-cost passenger airline.
Etihad hopes to return to half pre-Covid-19 capacity by August
Etihad Airways is gradually resuming services to more destinations across its global network. This follows the easing of travel restrictions by United Arab Emirates regulatory authorities on outbound and inbound travel for citizens and residents.
Etihad Airways showcases new normal as flying returns
Etihad Airways is set to resume flights to 42 destinations this July (dependent on UAE regulations), and recently announced new Wellness Ambassadors to keep passengers safe throughout their journey.
Etihad launches travel voucher scheme to woo passengers
Etihad Airways has launched a new travel vouchers scheme designed to entice customers back into the air. Passengers who buy an Etihad ticket before June 24th will receive 50 per cent of the cost of that ticket back, to use as credit on another flight after August 1st.