CBP preclearance volumes low at AUH; move possible
Enilria suggests the Abu Dhabi International Airport’s (AUH) CBP immigration preclearance facility faces pressure to increase utilization. Established during Middle Eastern carriers' rapid growth, the facility's future is uncertain following Etihad's retrenchment as a result of a renewed focus on profitability. Might CBP move preclearance to another West Asia airport, such as Saudi Arabia or Dubai? Increased flight volume at AUH may be key to retention. The situation echoes the 2022 closure of the preclearance facility at the Grand Bahama International Airport in Freeport due to missed traffic targets.
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