Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) – Uzbekistan Airways is gradually resuming flights. In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the airline is forced to make some changes to the service on board. The airline apologizes if any of the previously provided services are not available. “The health of passengers and crew is a priority for us,” the airline added.

All crew members undergo a mandatory health check and temperature measurement before the flight. Throughout the flight, they, like the passengers, wear masks and protective gloves.

After each flight, the aircraft is thoroughly cleaned with special means, all surfaces and objects are treated. Disinfection is carried out both inside the cabins and in the luggage compartments.

The air in the passenger compartment circulates from top to bottom, which excludes the inhalation of microdroplets in the event that someone from the other row of passengers sneezed. In addition, the use of masks prevents the dispersal of microparticles. The aircraft of Uzbekistan Airways are equipped with modern HEPA filters that trap about 99.97% of viruses and bacteria.

Water, headphones, food, as well as business class travel and children’s kits are issued in individual packages. Special meals are still available for pre-order, except for kosher.

In-flight magazines and press will be temporarily unavailable.