As domestic flight operations resume in some of the nation’s airports, the Federal Government has explained why one of the safety protocols to curb the spread of COVID-19 may not be observed in the aircrafts.
According to the government, the cabin is safer than any hospital theatre because of procedures air circulated in the cabin goes through.
Speaking after inspecting measures put in place at the airport, Sirika stated the airport was ready and safe to commence operation. Airports across the country were shut for over three months as part of measures to curb the spread of COVID-19.Speaking on why physical distancing may not be observed, Sirika said: “Because of the nature of the airplane, the airplane is hygienic enough once you have your mask, you are safe to remain seated on your seat and where possible, we will keep the distance.
“This circulation happens every two minutes. So, on a flight from Abuja to Lagos, the circulation will happen like 27 to 30 times. With this, it is ensured that it is more hygienic to be in an airplane than to be in an operating theatre in the hospital.”
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