UAE flight to Oman delayed due to Cyclone Shaheen

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Etihad Airways flight from Abu Dhabi to Muscat has been delayed due to tropical cyclone Shaheen.

In a statement sent to ARN News Centre, the airline said flight EY384 has been impacted.

Meanwhile, "return flight EY385 from Muscat to Abu Dhabi scheduled on October 3 will also be delayed".  

The UAE national carrier said it's "monitoring the situation and will be providing continuous updates", with passengers urged to contact the Etihad Airways Contact Centre on +971 600 555 666 (UAE), online or the mobile app. 

A spokesperson from Emirates Airline confirmed there is "no change in schedule" but they are "monitoring the situation". 

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