Events from the year 1997 in the United Arab Emirates.
Events December 15 December On 15 December, Tajikistan Airlines Flight 3183, a Tupolev Tu-154B-1, crashed on approach to Sharjah Airport killing all but one of the 86 occupants on board.
Incumbents President: Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Prime Minister: Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum
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