Spirit Airlines reiterated its policy for wearing only masks approved by the CDC after a video was posted of a guest refusing to wear anything other than his own neck gaiter, which does not meet CDC standards.
after video posted Friday of a guest refusing to wear anything other than his own neck gaiter, which does not meet CDC standards.
"What's wrong with my mask?" the passenger asked, before repeatedly telling the flight attendant to"show me those rules." The flight attendant reiterated that the gaiter did not meet safety standards and said the airline would"have the authorities waiting for you when we land."The airline's statement notes that Spirit's policy adheres to CDC guidelines and requires face coverings that"snugly cover the nose and mouth, be secure under the chin and have at least two layers of fabric.
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