Qatar Airways is currently one of the largest airlines in the world, as the airline has continued to operate throughout the pandemic and has significantly expanded its route network in recent weeks.
While the Doha-based airline already had security protocols, some changes have been announced, including additional measures for passengers and new uniforms for cabin crew. Let’s take a look at the details.
Qatar Airways passengers now have to wear masks
Until now, Qatar Airways passengers have had to wear face masks, but that requirement is being expanded. Qatar Airways passengers must now wear face shields in addition to face masks:
- Disposable face shields will be delivered at boarding gates, and for those originating in Doha, they will be delivered at check-in
- Face shields will come in two standard sizes: one for adults and one for children
What is interesting are the requirements to use face shields:
- Economy class passengers must wear face shields in addition to face masks throughout the flight, except when serving food or drinks.
- Business class passengers are asked to wear face shields and face masks on board at their own discretion, “as they enjoy more space and privacy.”
- Children under two years of age are recommended not to wear face masks or face masks.
- During boarding and disembarking, all passengers must wear masks and masks
I am a little surprised at the lack of requirements for business class passengers. I can rationalize that if we are talking about Qsuites, where there is a door.
Qatar Airways A350 Qsuites
But Qatar Airways also has many planes where the seats are closer to each other and don’t offer any privacy.
Qatar Airways A330 Business Class
Are these passengers not really required to wear face masks or masks?
Qatar Airways to offer protection kits
In addition to the new mask requirement, all passengers will receive a protection kit, which includes:
- To single-use surgical masks
- Large disposable powder-free gloves
- An alcohol-based hand sanitizer (business class passengers will receive an additional 75 ml tube of hand sanitizer)
New Qatar Airways protection kit
Qatar Airways flight attendants get new PPE
Qatar Airways presents new disposable gowns for all cabin crew that are worn over uniforms, as well as safety glasses, gloves and a mask. The new dresses feature the Qatar Airways logo.
When the pandemic started, Qatar Airways teams were wearing full body suits. Given how focused the image is on the airline, I’m surprised they did.
Qatar Airways Flight Attendant Uniform
The new uniforms look much better, in my opinion.
Qatar Airways’ new flight attendant uniform
One thing that amazes me is that passengers must wear face shields, while cabin crew “only” must wear glasses.
Bottom line
Qatar Airways will become one of the first major airlines to require all passengers to wear masks and masks. Interestingly, this is optional in business class, even on planes without Qsuites.
In addition to that, all passengers will receive protection kits, and the cabin crew will also receive a slightly more normal PPE (no masks).
What do you think of these changes on Qatar Airways?
