Article on the EI BHD-LHR flight refered to above contains a couple of interesting points:
Loganair's chief executive, Jonathan Hinkles, said conversations were continuing about how to move on after lockdown, but that social distancing on board was impossible, due to:
- The economic cost
- The air conditioning systems on aircraft that recycle air in the cabin, which Mr Hinkles said defeated the purpose of social distancing
Instead, Loganair has said it would provide passengers with masks - something other airlines will have to think about.
The European Commission is preparing to unveil a set of rules for the safe reopening of air travel when the lockdown ends. Measures being considered include compulsory face masks, disinfection of planes and social distancing requirements in planes and airports.
http://https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk...eland-52539141