Qatar announces 'gradual resumption' of flights by foreign airlines
4/20/2026 3:20:08 PM
Qatar's aviation authority announced on Monday that it would begin allowing flights from foreign airlines to land at its main airport for the first time since the start of the Middle East war.
"Qatar Civil Aviation Authority has issued a Notice to Airmen announcing the gradual resumption of operations for foreign airlines in the State of Qatar via Hamad International Airport," the body said in a statement.
The Qatari aviation authority said the reopening to foreign airlines "follows a comprehensive assessment of the situation", adding that "safety and security of all remain its top priority".
"Qatar Civil Aviation Authority has issued a Notice to Airmen announcing the gradual resumption of operations for foreign airlines in the State of Qatar via Hamad International Airport," the body said in a statement.
The Qatari aviation authority said the reopening to foreign airlines "follows a comprehensive assessment of the situation", adding that "safety and security of all remain its top priority".