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Airlines are working collaboratively with the Administration, CDC, HHS, DOT, DHS and other federal agencies to prioritize the health, safety and wellbeing of travelers. Below are some resources you may find helpful as you prepare for your next trip. Passengers are always encouraged to access their carrier’s website for detailed information.

 

President Donald Trump: “Where [U.S. carriers] are flying, it’s safe to fly.”
Vice President Mike Pence: “There’s been no recommendation on any limitations on travel within the United States of America … The risk remains low.”
Dr. Robert Redfield, Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: “I just want to echo again that the risk is low – the risk is low. I encourage Americans to go about their life. That includes travel to California, Oregon, and the state of Washington.”
NBC News sent Infectious Disease Expert Dr. William Schaffner of Vanderbilt University to Nashville, Tennessee to answer questions on COVID-19.

 

Cities Open for Business

 

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings gives perspective on the situation in Orlando.
Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser discusses how the DC Government plans to keep you safe. Watch now.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed urges the people of San Francisco to ‘continue to support the neighborhoods we love’ while issuing a State of Emergency regarding Coronavirus. Read more.

 

Carriers Taking Action

 

Our carrier members are taking action to help contain and stop the spread of COVID-19. See the latest updates below:

 

March 10, 2020 – Now extended! No change or cancellation fees with any of our fares. Applies to bookings made 3/10-4/30 for travel through 10/24/20.
March 10, 2020 – United waives change fees on all tickets regardless of purchase date and destination for travel March 10 through April 30
March 10, 2020 – American Airlines Extending Change Fee Waivers for Customers Purchasing Travel Through April 30
March 4, 2020 – Delta takes action for customers following COVID19 outbreak
March 3, 2020 – Southwest Closely Monitoring the Coronavirus
March 2, 2020 – Hawaiian adopts flexible ticket change policies for travelers concerned about potential changes to their plans due to the evolving COVID-19 situation
March 2, 2020 – Alaska Air – Coronavirus Update: Actions We’re Taking to Keep Employees and Guests Safe
February 27, 2020 – FedEx Statement on Coronavirus
January 31, 2020 – UPS to Airlift More than 2 Million Masks and Protective Gear to China