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The escalation of the conflict in the Middle East has caused a direct impact on global aviation, bringing numerous flight disruptions and consequences for thousands of passengers around the world.
In the early stages of the crisis, flights were suspended in some of the busiest airspaces, forcing planes to stay on the ground and leaving passengers stranded at various airports.
The situation was further worsened by the disruption of fuel supplies due to Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This development led to a significant increase in fuel prices and forced some airlines to reduce flight frequencies.
Currently, the situation appears to have partially stabilized. According to the BBC, major companies such as Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways have resumed regular flight operations, although schedules remain limited and susceptible to change.
Data from analytics company Cirium shows that over 30,000 flights in the Middle East have been canceled since the start of the conflict.
Gulf airports, such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha, which serve as major hubs for intercontinental travel, are particularly affected. Most passengers passing through these airports are in transit, connecting Europe and the Americas with destinations in Asia and Australia through a single stop.
Experts warn that the current situation could damage the reputation of these air hubs, leading to a decline in traffic and an increase in ticket prices. In the short term, passengers may be directed to alternatives such as Singapore, Bangkok or Tokyo.
However, even if the Gulf aviation market recovers, the impact on tourism and business is expected to be significant. According to the BBC, a return to normality could take several years.
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