Libra travel insurance coverage for affected flydubai passengers to be extended for free
Israeli carriers have stepped in to provide repatriation flights for stranded passengers; the first, operated by Arkia, landed in Israel on Saturday.
Libra travel insurance policyholders impacted by flydubai's suspension of flights to Israel will now benefit from free coverage extensions, the insurer confirmed on Friday. These complimentary policy extensions will remain in effect until October 6, or until the policyholder arrives back in Israel, whichever comes sooner. Importantly, customers need not take any action to activate this extension. The provision of this coverage is automatic.
Flydubai's decision to temporarily halt all operations between Dubai and Tel Aviv follows the attempted hijacking of flight FZ1073 by one of its pilots. The airline stated that this suspension allows relevant authorities to thoroughly investigate the incident and piece together the facts. Flydubai remains in close communication with government authorities, regulators, and airport stakeholders as more information becomes available.
The airline's announcement to suspend flights came after the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) recommended the suspension of flights between the United Arab Emirates and Israel. This recommendation was based on the need to allow the investigation to proceed without interference. In response to the suspension, Israeli carriers have stepped up to assist stranded passengers by providing repatriation flights. The first of these flights, operated by Arkia, arrived in Israel on Saturday.
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