Is it still safe to travel by air during the virus outbreak?

Is it still safe to travel by air during the virus outbreak?

As the extended national holiday approaching to the end on February 9, many travelers are planning to return to work in major cities in China. Their biggest concern is the danger of getting infected by the still raging NCP (Novel Coronavirus Pneumonia) along the way, especially while traveling inside an enclosed airplane cabin.

Here are some facts and advice given by airlines, airplane manufacturers, airports, and medical experts, which may help passengers to have a safe and comfortable trip.