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AfricaPress-Tanzania:<\/strong> IN response to the latest developments in the COVID-19 outbreak around the world, Emirates has taken extra steps that go above and beyond industry and regulatory requirements to ensure its customers\u2019 health and comfort, and provide them with confidence and peace of mind when planning their travel.<\/p>\n

According to the statement released by the airline, on all aircraft departing from its hub in Dubai, Emirates has implemented enhanced cleaning and complete disinfection of all cabins as a precaution.<\/p>\n

In line with the latest expert medical finding that the COVID-19 virus is primarily transmitted by touch, Emirates has placed its greatest focus on surface cleaning.<\/p>\n

The airline uses an approved chemical that is proven to kill viruses and germs, leaves a long-lasting protective coating against new contamination of viruses, bacteria and fungi on surfaces, and is eco-friendly.<\/p>\n

The cleaning process includes a comprehensive wipe down of all surfaces \u2013 from windows, tray tables, seatback screens, armrests, seats, in-seat controls, panels, air vents and overhead lockers in the cabin, to lavatories, galleys and crew rest areas.<\/p>\n

To complete this thorough cleaning process within an hour while the aircraft is preparing for its next mission, requires a team of 18 trained cleaners on a Boeing 777, and a team of 36 for an A380. In a 24-hour period on an average day, some 248 aircraft go through this process.<\/p>\n

Moreover, on any aircraft that were found to have transported a suspected or confirmed COVID-19 case, Emirates would go even further, and implement deep cleaning and disinfection in a process that takes between six to eight hours to complete.<\/p>\n

This includes the defogging of cabin interiors and misting with disinfectant across all soft furnishings, and replacement of seat covers and cushions in the affected area. The aircraft\u2019s HEPA cabin air filters will also be replaced.<\/p>\n

\u201cAll of Emirates\u2019 aircraft are fitted with HEPA cabin air filters which are proven to filter out 99.97 per cent of viruses. They also remove dust, allergens and microbes from the air recirculated into the cabin and cockpit, which helps to provide a safer, healthier and more comfortable environment for the passengers and crew,\u201d reads part of the statement.<\/p>\n

On helping loyal flyers retain tier status, the airline recognizes that\u00a0<\/strong>some of its members will be impacted by travel restrictions and flight reductions, Emirates Skywards is providing its Platinum, Gold and Silver members the ability to maintain their current status by fulfilling 80 per cent of their tier travel requirements between 31 March and 30 June 2020.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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