Smoking has been banned on US flights since 2000, with some few exceptions. Yet, the no-smoking light is still a feature on every modern commercial plane. You'd think that after over two decades, the ...
The Federal Aviation Administration did away with a rule that had required an off switch for the sign even though smoking on U.S. flights ended years ago. By Niraj Chokshi The days of airplane cabins ...
On October 22, the Federal Aviation Administration eliminated the rule that required an off switch for the “no smoking” sign on planes, even though smoking on US flights officially ended decades ago.
Usually, airplanes are grounded for mechanical and safety reasons. This time, United Airlines has temporarily grounded its entire fleet of A321neo airplanes because of an old signage issue. A U.S. law ...
The federal government banned smoking on all commercial flights 24 years ago, but airlines are still required to fit "no smoking" signs on their planes. While the outdated regulations still serve some ...