Americans planning airline travel the past month have felt as if they’re caught in the middle of a family argument over expectations related to COVID-19. Some airlines said they’ve demanded face coverings while others have only recommended the move. Some airlines said they’d leave the middle seat open to support the social-distancing efforts while others say they’ll fill up every available seat when possible.
Airlines Get Serious About Face Coverings
Key Takeaways:
- Initially, U.S. airlines had inconsistent COVID-19 safety policies, causing confusion among travelers regarding face coverings and social distancing measures.
- Major U.S. airlines, through Airlines for America (A4A), are now strictly enforcing face-covering policies, with potential consequences for non-compliance including denied boarding or suspension of flying privileges.
- Despite the airlines' enforcement efforts, flight attendant unions are calling for federal mandates for masks, criticizing the FAA's stance that COVID-19 safety is outside its purview.
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