CNN: Don't Ban E-Cigarettes on Airplanes

[sisu]

[h=1]Don't ban e-cigarettes on airplanes
By Marc Scribner[/h]http://www.cnn.com/2015/02/19/opinion/scribner-electronic-cigarettes/index.html

 

[TheJakeBailey]

Bump for a pretty pro vaping article for once.

 

[VapieDan]

I can't believe CNN put this out.

 

[Robino1]

Moved to Media and General News from General vaping Discussion.

I'm confused, the article says it was updated today but I thought that ecigs were already banned on airplanes? I do like the slant that they give toward ecigs.

 

[Niten13]

This is a great article!

 

[Steamix]

There is no general ban on e-cigs in airplanes.
Ryanair for instance, allows vaping on board, provided you bought it off them at their inflight sales ( Got to hand it to Michael O'Leary - the guy doesn't miss a trick to wheedle ever more $$$ outta your pocket ). Most airlines specifically say no, some haven't made up their mind yet.
So far, the 'political correctness' of it doesn't weigh as heave on their minds as general safety concerns. But vaping gear is in that respect not much different from any other device housing a lithium battery...

http://www.ifalda.org/uploads/ICAO_EB.14.74.E_Dangerous_Goods_Electronic_Cigarettes.pdf

 

[Kent C]

Moved to Media and General News from General Vaping Discussion.

I'm confused, the article says it was updated today but I thought that ecigs were already banned on airplanes? I do like the slant that they give toward ecigs.

From Blu... but it is how I've understood what has happened - Most Airlines themselves have banned ecigs on planes.

But can you vape on a plane?

In-Flight Vaping

The short answer: It depends. The Department of Transportation (DOT) hasn’t officially banned passengers from using e-cigs while in flight, but cabin air quality regulations come into play. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) hasn’t made an official ruling, either. The FAA lets each carrier determine whether to allow in-flight vaping. “Business Insider” reports that at this time, no major U.S. airline allows the use of e-cigarettes onboard. Airlines that prohibit in-flight use of e-cigs include: American Airlines Delta JetBlue Southwest Airlines United Other airlines might permit in-air use of e-cigs. Because each company makes its own policy, you might be able to vape on your next flight. Just ask your airline what its policy is. Don’t be uncool … never use an electronic cigarette without checking with the flight attendant to make sure it’s allowed. If you can use an e-cigs in-flight, why not talk to your fellow passengers before you start vaping your blu™? That way, they’ll know what it is and how it works. You won’t make them nervous—and you’re being polite.

Vapes on a Plane: Is In-Flight Vaping Allowed? | blu eCigs®

 

[sisu]

Moved to Media and General News from General Vaping Discussion.

I'm confused, the article says it was updated today but I thought that ecigs were already banned on airplanes? I do like the slant that they give toward ecigs.

Thank you, Robin.

 

[skoony]

I can't believe CNN put this out.

ditto.
regards
mike

 

[somdcomputerguy]

I can't believe CNN put this out.

Probably a 'cover our buttocks' thing, so they can say something like, "See, we officially report both sides of the story", if they have too. Great article though. It is nice to see a major media pro ecig thing!

 

[Frenchfry1942]

I just hope it gets wide exposure.

 

[redddog]

I just hope it gets wide exposure.

Not likely.

Only the fire and brimstone gets that kind of play.

 

[Scottitude]

I just hope it gets wide exposure.

If every vaper that uses Facebook and/or Twitter shares it, it would certainly help.