Erin Strine was flying home after her grandmother’s funeral and was shocked to be on a packed flight with people who were not wearing masks. “It was a scary thing to experience,” she said.
As people in many corners of the world begin to move around more freely, airlines are issuing policies that are likely to evolve with the pandemic.Here's where some major carriers stand so far on personal protective equipment and social distancing measures:. United was the first major US carrier to announce the requirement.
The carrier has also modified in-flight service to minimize touchpoints and has moved primarily to pre-packaged foods and sealed beverages. United is also implementing changes to boarding and seat assignments to promote social distancing through at least May 31.John Moore/Getty Images North AmericaDelta Air Lines is requiring all employees to wear masks or face coverings when unable to maintain the six-foot social distancing rule, the airline said in a memo to employees on Monday.
"We are strongly encouraging our customers to wear masks and will make them available at ticket counters, gates and onboard airplanes," the memo also said. Delta is blocking middle seats and reducing the number of passengers on each flight, boarding customers 10 at a time and changing food and beverage service to reduce touchpoints between passengers and crew,
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
San Francisco says vitally needed masks, gloves, face shields are being divertedSan Francisco's mayor says buying supplies to battle the coronavirus hasn't been an issue, but getting the equipment has been a challenge.
Read more »
Instead of Aprons and Kitchen Gear, These Companies Are Now Making MasksThe brands beloved by the restaurant industry are pivoting to a more urgent need
Read more »
Where to Buy Face Masks Right NowFashion brands are stepping up in a time of need by making and donating personal protective equipment.
Read more »
9 retailers selling fabric face masks that are worth buyingThere are many options to buy homemade masks from retailers, designers and DIYers popping-up online. But with so many to choose from, which ones are worth buying?
Read more »
Boxing Event in Nicaragua Features Social Distancing Crowd, Masks, Temp ChecksWhile the vast majority of the sports world is on hiatus, boxing fans in Nicaragua enjoyed some action this weekend.
Read more »
Firefighters Warn People to Stop Microwaving Their Face MasksFirefighters Share Warnings to Never Sanitize Your Face Masks in the Microwave
Read more »