A new set of standards for cleanliness and health of terminals worldwide

The Covid-19 pandemic has given rise to new passenger expectations regarding air travel, with increasing importance put on the safety and hygiene of their journey. As a result, the work of cleaning and maintenance departments is now in the spotlight.

"Our jobs have changed unbelievably since the pandemic began," says Gary Hunt, director of maintenance at the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA). "First, we wanted to ensure the protection of our employees, so had to get everything in place – such as masks – to keep them safe. Then we had to prepare the facilities, in particular the terminals, to address Covid-19 and give passengers the confidence they needed to return."