05/02/2021
Change of face covering standards on LATAM flights
Description: |
In line with the recommendations issued by international organizations like the International Air Transportation Association (IATA), the World Health Organization (WHO), and national governments, among others, LATAM prohibits the use of valve masks (any model), mouth guards, scarves and cloth bandanas on all its flights due to their low efficiency. In case of customer questions, please reply that this measure seeks to “protect the health and safety of both passengers and LATAM employees”. More details at LATAM.com > coronavirus/precautions-on-board. |
Scope: |
Customers traveling on LATAM – Regular, Charter and Repatriation flights |
Implementation Date: |
March 1, 2021 |
Considerations: |
Wearing a face covering is mandatory on all LATAM flights. The measure, implemented on May 11, 2020, is still in force under the following conditions:
The prohibited models are: - Masks with respirators or valves; - Mouth Guards; - Tissues, scarves and cloth bandanas (no mask function) The only types accepted are: - Surgical Masks;
- FFP2 (KN95) no valves;
- FFP3 (N95) no valves;
- Cloth masks (No valves).
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Exception: |
N/A |
Section: |
LATAM.com > experience > coronavirus/precautions-on-board. |