Mask requirements on the plane for kids

[MarkUK]

I’ve always struggled with masks. Don’t get me wrong, when it was a legal requirement I wore one, but I haven’t even touched one now for 2 months post 19/07. I would really struggle to go back I think.

[bronny]

Originally Posted by dan223

Slightly off topic but I can't seem to find a clear answer, is medical exemptions OK for both flights and USA airports? It seems to be the case for the flights themselves at least.

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No medical exemptions I’m afraid

[dan223]

Originally Posted by bronny

No medical exemptions I’m afraid

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In both flights and the airport? BA/VA seem to suggest medical exemptions are fine, it's not very clear on the airport side.

[MarkUK]

Originally Posted by bronny

No medical exemptions I’m afraid

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If not then that is utterly shocking

[daytonababe]

Originally Posted by dan223

In both flights and the airport? BA/VA seem to suggest medical exemptions are fine, it's not very clear on the airport side.

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The issues aren’t with the airline’s , its federal law that masks have to be worn on all flights to and from the USA with no exceptions for over 2’s.. I don’t think the airlines can overrule federal law.


Presumably airports here will recognise the sunflower lanyard , not so sure about the USA though.

[Fastpassfamily]

Hi guys when we went to Florida in august our kids 6 and 4 were told they didn’t need masks on the way to Florida but needed them coming home from Florida. Don’t ask why as I don’t know. The air staff were however quite relaxed about the rules for both flights. Nothing to worry about

[dan223]

Originally Posted by daytonababe

The issues aren’t with the airline’s , its federal law that masks have to be worn on all flights to and from the USA with no exceptions for over 2’s.. I don’t think the airlines can overrule federal law.


Presumably airports here will recognise the sunflower lanyard , not so sure about the USA though.

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From what I have read the law allows for some medical exceptions, it looks like MCO recognises the sunflower lanyard.

[RichyC]

Originally Posted by Fastpassfamily

Hi guys when we went to Florida in august our kids 6 and 4 were told they didn’t need masks on the way to Florida but needed them coming home from Florida. Don’t ask why as I don’t know. The air staff were however quite relaxed about the rules for both flights. Nothing to worry about

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Was that an internal flight & also who were you flying with?

[Fastpassfamily]

We were flying British to and from Miami. Planes were spotless very clean, service was great. The masks are an annoyance but one that won’t ruin your holiday

[Keegan]

Originally Posted by daytonababe

The issues aren’t with the airline’s , its federal law that masks have to be worn on all flights to and from the USA with no exceptions for over 2’s.. I don’t think the airlines can overrule federal law.


Presumably airports here will recognise the sunflower lanyard , not so sure about the USA though.

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Sunflower lanyard is no longer recognised due to the jokers last year buying them on eBay to avoid wearing on aircraft. A signed doctors letter is now required for mask exemptions on board. (Masks are 'optional' in UK Airports though)