The airline Air France has announced that starting June 3, it will resume flights on the Paris – Bucharest route after a break of approximately 2 months. Flights are operated under extensive hygiene conditions throughout the check-in, boarding, flight, and disembarkation process.
The flight schedule initially includes the operation of a single weekly frequency, which will successively increase to 3 and 5 flights per week, becoming daily starting June 22.
The flight schedule may undergo changes depending on the decisions of the authorities, the needs of passengers in Romania, and the flight occupancy rate.
By the end of June and subject to the lifting of travel restrictions, Air France intends to gradually resume its flights, with an increase in the number of frequencies and destinations. In June, Air France will operate approximately 15% of the flights normally operated at this time of year.
All frequencies included in Air France’s new flight schedule will be carried out with increased safety measures, including ensuring social distancing at check-in, boarding, and disembarkation, the mandatory wearing of protective masks in the airport and on the aircraft, and checking passengers’ temperatures at boarding.
The company recommends arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before the scheduled departure time to complete all check-in formalities, hand luggage checks, and travel document verification in a timely manner.
Physical distancing will be implemented on board where possible. When an aircraft’s occupancy rate is low, as much space as possible will be created around the passenger by keeping seats empty. Daily aircraft cleaning procedures will take place, with the disinfection of all surfaces that come into contact with passengers, such as armrests, tables, screens, etc.
The introduction of a specific procedure for disinfecting Air France aircraft by spraying an approved virucidal product with an effective duration of ten days is intended.
To limit interaction between crew and passengers, meal and beverage services have been suspended on domestic and short-haul flights in Europe. On long-haul flights, cabin service is limited, and individually packaged products will be used.
In addition, the cabin air is renewed every 3 minutes. The air recycling system on board Air France aircraft is equipped with “High-Efficiency Particulate Air” filters or HEPA filters, identical to those used in hospital operating rooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Air France resume flights to Bucharest?Air France will resume flights on the Paris-Bucharest route starting June 3, 2020, initially with one flight per week.
What safety measures are implemented on board?Safety measures include mandatory mask-wearing, temperature checks at boarding, and the use of hospital-grade HEPA air filters to renew cabin air every 3 minutes.
How early should I arrive at the airport for an Air France flight?The airline recommends arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before departure to complete all necessary check-in and security formalities.