Originally Posted by
Task Force DL
Hi Folks,
.,..sitting here in DXB about to enjoy another great trip on the 388 DXB-LHR... There are two flights on the board for "ZZF" listed as EK8722 and EK8225. Are these Antarctica Charters? ZZF is often used by airlines when flying to Antarctica. Any word on what equipment is used for this? I thought about walking down to the gate and check for myself but there is no gate number listed on the board.
TFD
Welcome to the EK Forum!
EK usually use the 8 in front of the flight number where a published schedule has been adjusted for some reason. In this case, 722 has experienced an issue of some sort. Could have been delayed etc.
EK722 is the Nairobi to DXB flight, so something has obviously occurred. One of the EK lurkers (either cabin crew or staff) who read the board might know and provide a better update.