Mandatory face masks on flights

bradders1983

Ok, would a doctors letter be something you could obtain? Mental illnesses certainly covered in the exemptions. 

ConsumerPSW

bradders1983 said:

Ok, would a doctors letter be something you could obtain? Mental illnesses certainly covered in the exemptions. 

Yes, I'm under the Doctors for mental health so this is something I could obtain. 

bradders1983

Well that is sorted then. If challenged, produce the letter. Same applies within the airport. Going abroad though you may encounter difficulties with the local language and different rules.

ConsumerPSW

Thanks, Something to look into, hopefully I can get the airport/airlines to clarify one way or the other, Although I know im going to question myself if I feel safe traveling with out a mask 😵

bradders1983

Which country are you flying to?

The airline will let you on with the letter, and the airport here will let you in. Its the destination which may be your issue.

ConsumerPSW

Virgin to USA, but that looks like it's sorted 🤞 Ryanair and easyjet are both Spain.  Been on the phone most of this afternoon, it's so draining for something that's suppose to be enjoyable.  I'll try again tomorrow.

bradders1983

Why are you wasting time ringing them? As already said the airlines will be fine if you have a letter, they cant ignore the exemptions. 

ConsumerPSW

bradders1983 said:

Why are you wasting time ringing them? As already said the airlines will be fine if you have a letter, they cant ignore the exemptions. 

It may seem like a waste of time to most, however I would rather waste time now ensuring I know what's what and knowing exactly what would be required then to turn up at the airport and have to deal with someone who doesn't know the full process.  I'm also trying to find out what my cancellation options are, as much as I can't wear as mask I'm not sure I'd actually want to travel without one.

ciderboy2009

It might be worth checking the laws for USA & Spain - I know that Spain has fines now if you're not wearing a mask in certain places.

Alan_Bowen

Depending in when you are travelling, the US has given no indication at all that it is going to open to UK citizens anytime soon, so if you have bought a package holiday it will be cancelled anyway