The Middle Eastern airline will launch flights three times a week to New Zealand, its first passenger services since March due to the coronavirus pandemic. Emirates says it has implemented a range of health and safety protocols on board and all passengers and crew must wear PPE. READ MORE:* Coronavirus: UAE flight lands in Israel with medical aid for Palestinians* Coronavirus: Are blood tests the future of travel? * Emirates restarts some international flightsFlyers will also be handed a hygiene kit containing a mask, gloves, hand sanitiser and antibacterial wipes. All passengers will only be accepted on flights if they comply with the eligibility and entry criteria requirements of their destination countries.

Source: Stuff June 18, 2020 20:57 UTC