Yahoo News TUI, Jet2, easyJet and Ryanair clothing rules warning that could see holidaymakers banned from flights
TUI, Jet2, easyJet and Ryanair passengers could face an unexpected obstacle at the gate this summer: their outfit selections.
An experienced airline staffer has lifted the lid on why certain sartorial choices might prevent holiday-goers from setting foot on board their flights. With 33 years of flight attendant experience under her belt and multiple pieces contributed to CNN Travel, Mary Jo Manzanares explained the rationale behind airlines' rigid dress codes.
Chatting to CNN Travel, she underlined the importance of nipping any dilemmas in the bud before wheels up, stating: "You've got to make your priority resolving things on the ground, making sure that there is no aggression. When you go to 30,000 feet, you may [have] passenger conversation or banter or inappropriate comments between passengers, add in a little alcohol, and you may be making an unscheduled landing. And no one wants that."
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Another flight attendant told The Sun: "We're well within our rights to prevent people getting on the flight and it's used frequently for people who aren't dressed in a way we would deem to be acceptable."
For those planning to jet off with carriers like Jet2, Ryanair, TUI, or easyJet, consider this a heads-up: attire matters. The flight attendant warned: "There are some obvious examples here, including t-shirts with swear words or offensive logos on them, which people are regularly asked to cover up, or remove, before they get on board."
While most airlines don't provide official dress code guidelines, it's generally a good idea to avoid wearing dirty or torn clothes, overly casual outfits, or any clothing with potentially offensive slogans or rude language. While some airlines are fine with passengers wearing flip-flops, others may not allow 'beach attire' on board.
It's also important to note that if a country has specific laws or local customs regarding clothing, airlines may expect passengers to respect these rules before boarding.
