Nut Ban Announcements on Planes Deemed Ineffective by Experts
Researchers find no evidence of airborne nut allergen transmission, recommending pre-boarding for allergy sufferers instead.
- Experts from Imperial College London and Aviation Medical Consultancy state that nut allergens are unlikely to be transmitted through aircraft ventilation systems.
- Studies suggest that nut ban announcements on flights may create a false sense of security for passengers with allergies.
- Passengers with nut allergies should be allowed to pre-board to clean their seating areas, reducing the risk of accidental reactions.
- The presence of nut residue is more likely due to consumption on previous flights, not airborne transmission.
- Airlines are encouraged to develop clear policies on food allergies and consider carrying general use adrenaline autoinjectors.