GCAQE calls for fleet air quality program
- BTN News
- Wednesday, 17 February 2021
A global campaign has been launched by the Global Cabin Air Quality Executive (GCAQE), calling for the mandatory introduction of effective filtration and warning systems on all commercial passenger jet aircraft.
The GCAQE) launched its ‘Clean Air Campaign’ calling on regulators and governments globally, to mandate the introduction of effective 'bleed air' filters and contaminated air warning sensors on passenger aircraft.
To support their campaign the GCAQE has released a brief educational film in over 40 languages. They have also released a short animated film explaining the basics of the air supply system on aircraft.
The GCAQE campaign is supported by representatives of over one million aviation workers, the European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC), the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF), the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) and the European Cabin Crew Association (EurECCA).
Both films are available at the GCAQE Clean Air Campaign page at: https://www.gcaqe.org/cleanair