Delta Put 460 People on the No-Fly List This Summer for Not Wearing Masks

As COVID-19 cases continue to spike around the United States, masks are necessary to prevent the virus’ spread. While research has shown that flying during the pandemic is safer than we think, it becomes significantly less so if people don’t wear masks.

“With the cold-weather months approaching,” Bastian continued, “stopping the spread will be crucial to our recovery from the pandemic and Delta’s return to growth and leadership within our industry.”

The aviation industry is hurting tremendously due to the recent decline in travel demand, but the return of travel, however, correlates directly with the decline of the pandemic, which experts agree will be expedited by diligent mask-wearing. Wearing a mask sure beats finding yourself on a no-fly list.