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Dubai confirms incident at Dubai International Airport; 4 injured
Dubai Airports emergency team responded immediately and was activated, and authorities are handling the situation in coordination with relevant agencies
- PUBLISHED: Sun 1 Mar 2026, 1:56 AM UPDATED: Sun 1 Mar 2026, 2:14 AM
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Dubai Airports has confirmed that an incident occurred at Dubai International Airport (DXB) earlier today.
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Four individuals sustained injuries as a result of the incident. They have received urgent medical attention, and their condition is being monitored. DXB said the emergency response teams were immediately deployed and that the situation was managed in coordination with the relevant authorities.
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According to the authority, a concourse at DXB sustained minor damage in the incident, which was quickly contained. Due to contingency plans already in place, most terminals had been cleared of passengers. Dubai Airports assured the public that updated information will be shared as soon as it becomes available.
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has issued a decision to suspend flight permits for gliders, unmanned aerial vehicles, and amateur aircraft for one week. The measure aims to enhance safety levels and protect the state’s airspace.
The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) suspended all flight permits for gliders, drones, and all types of hobby aircraft, effective immediately for a period of one week. During the suspension period, the operation or flying of this type of aircraft within the country's airspace is strictly prohibited.
The authority said, this decision comes in light of the current circumstances, and out of concern for enhancing safety levels and protecting the country's airspace.
The authority will assess developments before the end of the specified period and make the appropriate decision regarding resuming activity or extending the suspension, as circumstances require.
The authority stressed that compliance with this decision is mandatory and that any violation will subject the perpetrator to the country's legal procedures.
Ajanta Paul is a Senior Editor on the Digital team. A natural leader and newshound, she thrives in breaking news and high-pressure situations — and enjoys reporting on community issues that matter to UAE residents.
