Emirates can confirm that all passengers have disembarked from flight EK 203. All passengers were screened by the local health authorities prior to disembarkation and 3 passengers and 7 crew were transferred to the hospital for further medical care and evaluation. 1/5
Nine passengers underwent additional medical screening at the site near the aircraft and were released afterwards. The rest of the passengers were allowed to leave and clear customs. 2/5
Emirates crew and onground staff extended our full cooperation with the authorities during the onboard screenings and the aircraft has now been handed back to Emirates. 3/5
Due to the delay with the inbound flight, the return flight EK204 from JFK to Dubai will be delayed by approximately 3 hours. Passengers with connecting flights in Dubai who are impacted by the delay will be assisted with rebookings by Emirates local ground staff. 4/5
The updated statement from Emirates:
"We apologise to our customers for any inconvenience caused. The safety and wellbeing of our customers and crew is always our top priority." 5/5
"We apologise to our customers for any inconvenience caused. The safety and wellbeing of our customers and crew is always our top priority." 5/5
