'Remember what they have been through...make sure to show some appreciation and respect,' said the U.S. transportation secretary on Sunday.
Buttigieg confirmed that the Transportation Security Administration still requires wearing a mask on all commercial flights, even if you are fully vaccinated.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced on May 13 that, if fully vaccinated, people do not need to wear masks indoors unless businesses ask otherwise. However, federal rules require masks be worn on air, rail and bus transportation. He added that the transportation system still has a long journey ahead in order to return to"pre-pandemic" regulations.
Meanwhile airlines have seen an increase in onboard assaults and conflicts, many centered around masks. The Federal Aviation Administration recently reported at least 1,300 incidents of unruly passengers since February.on a Southwest Airlines flight over masks, resulting in a passenger knocking two of a flight attendant's teeth out.
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