Bangka Island Trip

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in dramatic changes to the way we travel. If you plan to jet off to Bangka Island, the following tips will help you navigate these new challenges and rules:

• Investigate what, if any, rules or restrictions apply to both your origin and destination. It may not be possible to travel depending on local circumstances, so make sure you check in advance.
• You're required to wear a face mask at the airport, including at screening checkpoints. Be prepared to lower your mask for ID verification when asked by a TSA employee.
• Instead of handing a TSA agent your boarding pass, place it directly on the scanner yourself. When that's done, hold it up for inspection.
• You are now permitted to take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your hand luggage. This will need to be removed for X-ray screening.
• Remove personal items from your pocket, such as your wallet and phone, and put them in your carry-on rather than into bins. This will minimize handling during screening.
• If you're taking food on the plane with you, put it in a clear plastic bag and then into a scanning bin. This reduces the likelihood that a TSA employee will need to handle your food container or carry-on bag for inspection.

Social distancing is just the start of new aviation measures to help fight COVID-19. From the waiting lounge to your designated seat, these airlines will bring you to Bangka Island with greater peace of mind:

• Sriwijaya Air - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and conducting passenger temperature checks.
• Wings Air (Indonesia) - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and cleaning with disinfectant.
• Garuda Indonesia - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and keeping the middle seat empty.