U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announces guidance for air travel in response to COVID-19
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced public health guidance to airlines and airports for the recovery of the Nation’s air transportation system from the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) public health emergency. The Runway to Recovery was developed by the Department of Transportation, Department of Health and Human Services, and the Department of Homeland Security. It provides general guidance and recommends specific public health measures airlines and airports should take to mitigate risks associated with COVID-19. The guidance will enhance public health risk reduction to support an increase in travel volume while ensuring that aviation safety and security are not compromised.
“This document provides clear guidance to airlines and airports to protect the traveling public, and we encourage people to pay attention to it,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao.