Travelers with future bookings that have not yet been affected by rescheduling or cancellations are advised to wait and not to act on their own, leaving the matter to the airline. Travel agencies advise passengers with future bookings, which have not yet been affected by suspension or schedule changes, not to proactively cancel or modify their bookings, but to wait for official updates from airlines. This ensures they can benefit from the 'flexible policies' that airlines announce and extend. Many airlines are expanding their facilities to include future flights in case of ongoing operational changes. Waiting for the airline's decision gives passengers the opportunity to rebook or receive a refund according to the announced facilities, while an early cancellation by the passenger may lead to the application of the original ticket's terms and any associated fees. National carriers in the United Arab Emirates have shown great flexibility in dealing with passengers whose flights have been affected by the suspension of some flights or changes to flight schedules. Airlines have facilitated rebooking or refund procedures and offered multiple options to protect passenger rights and minimize the impact of exceptional operational conditions on their travel plans.
