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COVID-19: World's First Flight With Only Vaccinated Passengers Takes Place In Qatar

By Sydney Elike
April 06, 2021
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The first fully vaccinated flight in the world has taken place in Qatar.

The passengers on Qatar Airways QR6421 and staff members were all vaccinated at check-in, as disclosed by the airline in a press release.

Addressing the passengers of the flight from the cockpit, the pilot congratulated them on being a part of the "remarkable, industrial milestone, as the world's first flight where all passengers and crew are fully vaccinated against COVID-19", the Middle East Monitor reports.

He added: "We know that this past year hasn't always been easy, with many people unable to see their loved ones, often separated by distance...we are proud to be the first airline to operate a fully vaccinated flight."

Speaking in the development, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Akbar Al Baker said, "Today's special flight demonstrates the next stage in the recovery of international travel is not far away.

Qatar Airways

"We are proud to continue leading the industry by operating the first flight with a fully vaccinated crew and passengers providing a beacon of hope for the future of international aviation.

"With aviation being a critical economy driver both globally and here in the State of Qatar, we are thankful for the support we have received from our government and local health authorities to vaccinate our staff, with over 1,000 vaccinations being administered per day."

Today marks a major milestone, as we operate the world’s first flight with fully vaccinated crew and passengers.#QR6421 is operated with our @Airbus A350-1000 and we’re delighted to have special amenity kits for all our passengers. pic.twitter.com/8NH32DDn75
— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) April 6, 2021