"Those" that you quote seem to be 'miles apart' from not just IATA.
Also WHO, who (excuse the pun!) state:
... there is no evidence that [masks] protect people who are not sick ...
WHO also state:
The quality of aircraft cabin air is carefully controlled. Ventilation provides a total change of air 20-30 times per hour.
So... regarding that 'SMART' summary:
Masks are no protection;
Refreshed air in aircraft cabins is better than many indoor environments.
Let's come back to IATA who state,
using evidence from EASA,
... "cabin/cockpit air quality is similar of better than what is observed in normal indoor environments" such as offices, schools and home dwellings.
So maybe "#Stay SMART" isn't really
that 'smart' when applied to air travel?
Regarding
Originally Posted by chrisbl
All to do with airborne transmission.
Quoting Gov.uk 'Guidance' on COVID-19:
... airborne transmission may be possible in specific circumstances and settings in which procedures or support treatments that generate aerosols are performed.
... so, don't cough in a crowded space if you are sick. But if you follow the '
S' (
Stay at home when sick) in that '#Stay SMART' guide, that takes care of all the rest.
We need people back flying. We do NOT need them scared off by '#Smart' type comments that, without being looked at in detail, give misguided ideas about air travel.
AIR TRAVEL IS THE SAFEST FORM OF PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN BOTH HEALTH AND PHYSICAL SAFETY TERMS. THAT NEEDS TO BE EMPHASISED TO PEOPLE.