Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports operate skeleton schedules after overnight interceptions
DXB is running at just 40 % capacity and Zayed International is rationing slots after missile interceptions overnight. Passenger experiences shared on social media match NOTAM data showing complex new routing, and airlines have consolidated or cancelled multiple services. Longer flight times, higher insurance premia and unpredictable re-booking queues are pushing companies to build extra slack into travel schedules.
