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JetBlue becomes first airline to deploy UV light devices to help significantly reduce viruses, bacteria
Read full article: JetBlue becomes first airline to deploy UV light devices to help significantly reduce viruses, bacteriaPHOENIX JetBlue will become the first airline to implement a cutting-edge UV light technology that will significantly reduce certain viruses and bacteria inside planes. In a press release, the airline has deployed a portable UV Cabin System, developed by Honeywell, to help reduce viruses such as COVID-19, which is roughly the size of a beverage cart. The devices have robotic arms on both sides which extends to each side over the top of seats. Honeywell UV-C Cabin System (Courtesy of Honeywell)The device, according to Honeywell, can cover the entire aircraft in about 10 minutes. Studies from Boston University and a consortium of Italian medical and academic professionals reported that UV-C light can inactivate the virus at prescribed dosages, although additional studies are underway for other environments, according to Honeywell.