Eritrean authorities have suspended all flights by Ethiopian Airlines to its airspace effective from September 30.<\/p>\n
In a letter circulating online purportedly written by the Eritrean Civil Aviation Authority, the Eritreans accused the airline of \u201cconsistent and persistent malicious trading practices [and] systemic and organized passengers\u2019 luggage theft, pilferage, damage prolonged delays, and loss with no compensation in particular, coupled with unjustified and unwarranted price hikes and other irregularities witnessed.\u201d<\/p>\n
Ethiopian Airlines confirmed they received a notice from the Eritrean officials and have said they are seeking clarification, adding they are “committed to resolving any issues amicably and promptly.”<\/p>\n
The Eritreans say the suspension comes after repeated calls for the airline to rectify the issues cited.<\/p>\n
They advised anyone planning to fly with Ethiopian Airlines to Eritrea to adjust their plans.<\/p>\n
Turkish, Saudi and Egyptian airlines all have regular flights to Eritrea.<\/p>\n
Ethiopian Airlines resumed flights to Asmara in July 2018, following the\u00a0normalisation of relations between the two countries.<\/p>\n
The state-owned airline is ranked the largest in Africa by revenue and profit by International Air Transport Association. It is also the\u00a0continent’s leading airline\u00a0in terms of fleet and passengers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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