The U.S. mask mandate is off for travelers. In other countries it's definitely on
In China, for example, not only are masks required on planes but gloves are recommended — and passengers are urged not to touch their face during the flight. Here's what you'll find around the globe.
by Kamala Thiagarajan
Apr 22, 2022
3 minutes
The mask mandate for domestic U.S. flights has been lifted — although it might come back.
But what about the rest of the world?
Masking up is still a requirement with a number of airlines: Air France, Japan Airlines, Lufthansa, Pakistan International Airlines, South African Airways and Malaysian, to name a few
"You must wear your mask at all times throughout the flight, except when eating or drinking," is Egyptair's position.
LATAM airline, based in Santiago, Chile, has a lengthy mask dissertation: "No passenger may board the aircraft
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