United To Alert Customers When Their Flights Are Getting Full

United Airlines will notify travelers if their flights are near full capacity, allowing them to rebook or cancel for a travel credit. This policy, effective next week, aims to address concerns about social distancing on flights. It follows a viral tweet about crowded flights and will last until at least June 30th. United will contact customers 24 hours before their flight and allow changes at the gate if over 70% of passengers have checked in. Despite reduced flights due to the pandemic, some flights are unexpectedly full. The International Air Transport Association does not support leaving middle seats empty, citing face masks as sufficient protection.

What is the main purpose of United Airlines' new policy regarding flight capacity?

• To increase ticket sales

• To inform passengers about full flights for rebooking or cancellation

• To offer discounts on future flights

• To reduce the number of flights

How does United Airlines plan to notify passengers about flight capacity?

• By contacting them 24 hours before the flight

• By sending a letter

• By updating their website

• By announcing at the airport

What was United Airlines' initial approach to maintaining social distancing on flights?

• Reducing flight speed

• Increasing ticket prices

• Offering free masks to passengers

• Keeping middle seats empty

Why are some United Airlines flights unexpectedly full despite reduced schedules?

• To maximize profits

• To test new aircraft

• Because of only one daily flight to some destinations

• Due to increased demand

What is the stance of the International Air Transport Association on leaving middle seats empty?

• They require it for international flights

• They believe face masks provide enough protection

• They support it for all flights

• They have no official stance