"No Exposure, Tattoos, or Offensive Language"
More Disputes Arise Over Airline Dress Code Policies
In the United States, a woman attempting to board a low-cost carrier (LCC) flight was denied boarding due to a regulation prohibiting "overly revealing or offensive attire." On July 21 (local time), CBS News reported that Tanasia Greyer, a Chicago resident, was denied boarding on a Spirit Airlines flight from Miami International Airport to Chicago on July 16 while traveling with her younger sister, sparking controversy.
Prior to this, Greyer had completed check-in and was waiting in line to board. At that moment, an airline employee stopped her, saying, "You will not be allowed to board the plane in those shorts." Greyer appeared for an interview with CBS wearing the same clothes she had worn at the airport: a form-fitting blue sleeveless T-shirt and matching shorts made of the same material and color. The shorts were also tight-fitting and short, exposing most of her thighs.
Greyer stated, "During the 40 minutes I was at the airport, none of the (airline) staff told me to change my clothes. If they had told me, I would have changed in advance." She continued, "Even after I covered myself with a gown when the staff said my outfit was too revealing, I was still denied boarding." She added that she had worn the same outfit and used the same airline when flying from Chicago to Miami, and there had been no issue at that time. Greyer insisted, "These are just shorts," and complained, "The airline treated me like a criminal." Eventually, her younger sister got into a dispute with the airline staff. When Greyer was ultimately not allowed to board, her sister shouted, "This is ridiculous," and was arrested and charged for disorderly conduct at the airport.
As the controversy grew, the airline explained to CBS News that Greyer "did not comply with the airline's dress code." The airline stated, "Like other U.S. airlines, we have dress standards for all passengers," and explained, "One passenger did not comply with these standards, refused the opportunity to do so, and ultimately engaged in behavior that interfered with our operations, resulting in denied boarding."
"No exposure, tattoos, or offensive language" - More conflicts over dress code regulations
According to Spirit Airlines, in January of this year, the company added specific details regarding "inappropriate attire by passengers" to its regulations, providing grounds to deny boarding to those who do not comply. The regulation prohibits "see-through clothing, attire that exposes the chest or buttocks, and clothing that is obscene or offensive." It also bans "exposing offensive tattoos or walking around barefoot."
Due to dress codes imposed by some airlines, conflicts have arisen with passengers who prefer comfortable attire or value freedom of dress. The photo is not related to the specific content of the article. Pixabay
Previously, in October of last year, the airline denied boarding to two women wearing crop tops, commonly referred to as "baekkobti." In January of this year, a man was denied boarding because his T-shirt displayed "offensive language." As controversy grew over whether the airline's actions were appropriate, the company clarified its related regulations. Not only Spirit Airlines, but also Hawaiian Airlines prohibits "bikini bottoms," men's briefs-style swimwear, and clothing that is obscene or offensive. American Airlines also bans "bare feet or offensive attire," and Delta Air Lines specifies that passengers with strong body odor may also be denied boarding.
However, such regulations have led to conflicts with passengers who prefer comfortable attire or value freedom of dress. In January of last year, a woman revealed that she was removed from a Delta Air Lines flight after boarding because she was not wearing a bra under her top. After covering up with a shirt, she reboarded the plane and later held a press conference to raise the issue with the airline, ultimately receiving a public apology.
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