ATCL seeks to repatriate passengers stranded in the Middle East

DAR ES SALAAM: Tanzania’s national carrier, Air Tanzania Corporation Limited(ATCL), has announced plans to repatriate passengers affected by the suspension of flights to the Middle East following escalating hostilities involving United States, Israel, and Iran.

In a statement issued today, March 6, 2026, the airline said a special evacuation flight will depart from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, before returning to Dar es Salaam on Sunday to bring back affected passengers.

Earlier, on February 28, 2026, Air Tanzania announced the suspension of its Middle East routes after airspace closures in the region disrupted normal operations.

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 The airline clarified that the upcoming flight will not operate as a commercial service, and priority will be given to passengers who had already purchased tickets before the suspension took effect.

International airlines have been postponing or cancelling flights across the Middle East since the United States and Israel launched military strikes against Iran last Saturday, escalating regional tensions.

As a result, flights to and from major regional hubs, including Tel Aviv, Dubai, and Doha, along with other international airports in the region, have been suspended.