Real ID, drink limit and even less legroom: how air travel will change in 2020

Remember the day when we were allowed not to take off our shoes, to go through the airport security, there was no need to pay extra for baggage? Then the changes came not in favor of passengers, but not everything is as sad as it seems at first glance.

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Among the positives that flights have become cheaper, we can send emails and text messages from 30 000 feet, and food options seem to be improving. What's next? Here are some of the changes you can expect in the 2020 year.

Real ID becomes real

Congress passed the Real ID Act back in 2005, following the recommendation of the 9 / 11 Commission to establish national security standards for state driver’s licenses and identity cards. However, the implementation of these requirements has been repeatedly delayed.

Real ID cards are usually marked with a star symbol at the top. Their appearance may vary in each state.

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Most states have already begun issuing IDs in accordance with Real ID requirements.

For drinks set a limit

This has not happened yet, but Renee Rails, publisher of Travel Guide Los Angeles, believes that unlimited drinks on international flights will be a thing of the past. All because of the many problems that provoke drunk passengers.

Carry-on baggage may decrease

In Europe, Ryanair and Wizz Air have already reduced the size of their authorized hand luggage. Other low-cost carriers, including US carriers, will follow suit. This will allow airlines to charge extra for standard carry-on baggage, but also offer free.

Earning miles will be harder

If you often fly to United, you probably won't be able to earn miles like before. Now you can only earn miles based on Premier qualification points and Premier qualification flights. For example, if you make a round trip with two segments in each direction, you will receive four PQFs, regardless of the duration of the flight. Affiliate flights are also included.

Delta will limit the reclining seats

This is true if you are flying one of the Delta A320 aircraft. According to Los Angeles Times, instead of adding seats or reducing the distance between the rows, the airline will limit the possibility of folding the seat. Currently, it leans back four inches, but in the 2020 year it is likely to be only two.

Airlines may reduce legroom

The FAA conducts tests to determine if seat configurations prevent passengers from leaving the aircraft within 90 seconds. Who knows, maybe in the future we will be on airplanes and hold on to our belts, as if we were riding in the sky subway.

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Animal training required for emotional support

Recently, there has been an increase in the number of animals traveling for the emotional support of passengers. Unfortunately, this is abused by those who simply wish to fly with their pets on board for free. All due to the fact that animals for emotional support are not required to undergo additional training. There have been many cases in which these animals attacked people and trained guide dogs, causing them serious damage. Airlines are expected to tighten rules regarding the necessary training.

Climate Change Awareness

Michelle Martin, founder and CEO of Travara, believes that given the increased awareness of emissions from flights, 2020 will focus on environmental issues. For example, Air France announced that in 2020 it would offset 100% of its carbon footprint on domestic flights. In addition, an environmental tax will soon be introduced on all flights departing from France, including the United States.

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