Inflight transmission of COVID-19 based on experimental aerosol dispersion data.
Zhaozhi WangEdwin R GaleaAngus GrandisonJohn EwerFuchen JiaPublished in: Journal of travel medicine (2021)
This analysis has demonstrated that while there is a significant reduction in aerosol concentration due to the nature of the cabin ventilation and filtration system, this does not necessarily mean that there is a low probability or risk of in-flight infection. However, mask wearing, particularly high-efficiency ones, significantly reduces this risk.