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Qatar Airways swiftly handled the disruption caused by a temporary airspace closure in Doha, accommodating over 20,000 stranded passengers within 24 hours. A missile strike near the airport prompted the closure, grounding hundreds of flights. The airline activated its crisis response plan, rerouting flights, providing hotel rooms and meals, and waiving fees. Despite long queues at Hamad International Airport, passengers largely acknowledged the airline's efforts, showcasing Qatar Airways' operational excellence and crisis management.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.