Combatting COVID-19: Here's a sneak peek into Etihad's improved, safer flights

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As the world begins to open its borders, Etihad Airways has released a video to give passengers a sneak peek into how their journeys will look like in the near future.

From wellness ambassadors to self-service check-in and health screening system, to row-by-row boarding procedures, the UAE's national carrier highlights the numerous steps they have introduced to ensure the safety of their passengers.

The video posted on their social media handles also showcases the new safety features at the airport, such as self-cleaning escalator hand rails, touch-free elevator buttons and thermal cameras.

 

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