We are two health care providers and have never seen filthier accommodations
than on a plane. We suggest that the health departments begin to swab surfaces
on every plane on a regular basis, that pillows and blankets be disposable and not
reused, that the head of the seat be covered with a non-porous disposable cover
and changed between passengers, and that the bathrooms be disinfected between
flights. All these simple measures would make the unfortunate condition of being
grounded a bit more tolerable.
Being on the tarmac for long periods of time is not healthy for anyone, particularly
the elderly, infants and chronically ill. If the airlines have to continue this practice,
we suggest that they compensate their customers financially. The fee should be
set high enough to discourage the practice, and to recompense professionals
whose "time is money."
Anonymous
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National Task Force To Develop Model Contingency Plans To Deal With Lengthy Airline On-Board Ground Delays
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