Free Coronavirus Insurance from Emirates Airlines

Many sectors have experienced difficult times due to the coronavirus outbreak. Among these sectors, tourism and travel sectors are coming. Emirates, one of the leading companies in the aviation industry, is trying a new method.

Wanting people to get on planes again EmiratesIn the new system it developed in this context, it offers its passengers 31 days will provide a term insurance. If passengers get sick during this period, insurance will provide insurance support of up to 150 thousand euros.

Insurance will cover treatment costs

According to BBC news Emirates Airlines, providing free coronavirus insurance first airline company happened. People become insured for 31 days when they fly on the company's planes. The insurance covers treatment, quarantine accommodation and funeral expenses.

In the statement made by Emirates Group Chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, “As the world's borders reopen, people they want to fly we know. However, they are worried about an unforeseen situation during their travels and are looking for assurance.” he said.

In accordance with the company's new policy, everyone flying with Emirates, regardless of class or destination, until the end of October against coronavirus will be insured free of charge. This insurance will last for 31 days. up to 150 thousand euros will cover the treatment costs. 

If the passenger is quarantined in a hotel, the insurance is daily 100 euros will pay. In case the passenger dies due to the virus up to 1500 euros The cost will be covered by insurance.

The virus hit every sector

Airline industry recovering from coronavirus crisis most affected It was one of the leading areas. Tokyo Olympics Organizations such as the European Football Championship and the European Football Championship were affected, and tourism came to a halt as countries closed their borders.

IATA In his statement last month, he stated that the sector was going through difficult times. Due to the decrease in demand worldwide Thousands of staff were laid off. Three weeks ago, Emirates laid off 9 thousand employees. This was a first in the history of the company.