Coronavirus Precautions for Airports Published! Measures for airports regarding the coronavirus have been issued. With flights planned to resume in June 2020, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism coordinated to publish a circular outlining coronavirus precautions for airports. According to the circular, passengers who do not wear masks will not be admitted to airports, and individuals coming to meet or see off travelers will not be allowed to enter terminal buildings.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has published the “Airport Pandemic Measures and Certification Circular” on its social media accounts as part of efforts to combat the coronavirus. Under the circular, passengers traveling through airports must carry protective equipment specified by health authorities, such as masks, and comply with the prescribed measures. Passengers who fail to meet these requirements will be denied entry to airports. Passengers using private shuttle services to reach airports must observe the designated social distancing seating arrangements. In addition, mask use will be strictly enforced during travel.
Passengers’ Temperatures Will Be Measured
Passengers’ Temperatures Will Be Measured. Travelers on domestic and international flights will have their temperatures checked with thermal cameras or contactless thermometers upon entering terminal buildings. Only essential escorts for those who require assistance will be permitted; visitors who come solely to meet or see off passengers will not be allowed into the terminal. Passengers will be required to wear masks when entering the terminal building. The circular also states that passengers arriving from high-risk regions will be routed through separate entrances and exits to minimize the risk of virus transmission.
Temperature screening with thermal cameras will take place at terminal entrances for the specified passengers. Travelers who exhibit fever, cough, or respiratory distress will be provided with medical masks and directed to health units located at the airport. For passengers using air travel, airlines may be asked to provide personal information to the Ministry of Health and, if necessary, to third countries for public health purposes. Misleading or false declarations may result in penalties and denial of boarding.