United Airlines To Rapid Test Passengers For COVID | Zero Hedge
For people who want to fly but are worried about contracting COVID-19, United Airlines is offering rapid virus testing for transatlantic flights starting next month.
United announced Thursday morning that from Nov. 16 to Dec. 11, “rapid tests to every passenger over two years old and crew members onboard select flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to London Heathrow (LHR), free of charge.”
So here’s the kicker, anyone who refuses to be tested “will be placed on another flight,” read the press release.
“We believe the ability to provide fast, same-day COVID-19 testing will play a vital role in safely reopening travel around the world and navigating quarantines and travel restrictions, particularly to key international destinations like London,” said Toby Enqvist, chief customer officer for United.