American Airlines Is The Latest U.S. Carrier To Ban Masks With Valves

American Airlines passenger with mask
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American Airlines became the latest U.S. carrier to disallow passengers from wearing masks with exhaust valves on its flights, aligning its face covering policy with most other major U.S. airlines. Effective Aug. 19, face coverings with exhaust valves or vents will no longer be permitted on American...
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