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IATA supports the removal of seat distancing if HEPA filters are installed to clean recirculated air, WestJet wrote in the notice on its website.
“The direction of airflow from ceiling to floor reduces the forward and backward movement of air,” WestJet wrote on its website.
WestJet says that fresh air is introduced into the cabin “every two to three minutes,” and notes face masks and temperature checks are still required to travel.
“Safety is at the forefront of every decision we make and as our industry adapts to a new normal, we will continue to adjust our health measures to ensure the safest travel experience,” Bell wrote. “This includes spending millions of dollars in cleaning and sanitizing measures, along with personal protective equipment, to ensure the safety and well-being of our guests and our people.”
