Media Release

Mangaluru, Aug 17: Enthused by the world class Rapid RT PCR set up by the Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) and Apollo Diagnostics, the UAE Civil Aviation Authority has cleared the starting of flights from the MIA.

The first flight will be starting from August 18th by Air India Express. The flight will be a big boon to the Gulf bound passengers who were waiting for flights to commence from the MIA.

The Rapid RT PCR facility was set up in MIA with active support from the district health department authorities and the district collector's office. The encouragement from the government of Karnataka and District Collector to start the Rapid RT PCR facility helped MIA to start the service.

Mangaluru International Airport (file photo)

The Rapid RT PCR facility has been started by the MIA in association with Apollo Diagnostics. As per the latest UAE government health requirements, each passenger must get a negative RT PCT report at the airport six hours prior to boarding the aircraft.

Apollo has provided a team of expert pathologists, state-of-the-art equipment and stringent quality processes to conduct the Rapid RT PCR tests at the MIA. The tests will be conducted at a safe and sterile environment for the passengers with all Covid SOPs protocols in place. Passengers are advised to travel six hours before the flight so that all passengers can be tested in time.

As of now, Apollo offers a wide spectrum of tests through its hospital and clinic facilities across the country.

The MIA has undertaken various safety measures and has implemented numerous SOPs, including the preventive measures laid down by the Government to safeguard the passengers’ wellbeing and curb the spread of the virus.

Acting as a key driver in promoting domestic tourism and continuing to work in conjunction with airline operators, the MIA offers world-class services and facilities to its passengers and leaves them with a memorable experience of their journey through the airport.