During a recent episode of The View, co-host Ana Navarro made an unexpected endorsement of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s campaign to promote civility and dress codes on airplanes. Known for her critical stance towards the Trump administration, Navarro’s agreement with Duffy’s message surprised her co-hosts, as she announced, ‘Take my temperature, because I am going to agree with a Trump cabinet member.’ This moment sparked a debate on the importance of manners and appropriate attire during air travel.
Duffy, who has been promoting a campaign to instill decorum in the skies, encouraged passengers to dress more appropriately and avoid wearing pajamas and slippers during flights. The Trump administration’s initiative, which aims to restore a sense of civility, highlights an increased focus on passenger behavior as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reports a more than 400% surge in in-flight disturbances since 2019. This rise in unruly passengers has prompted a call for greater attention to in-flight conduct, with Duffy emphasizing the importance of common courtesy and assistance to fellow travelers.
Navarro’s support for Duffy’s message underscored a broader conversation about airline etiquette, with co-hosts Sara Haines and Sunny Hostin offering varying perspectives. While Haines added that ‘a certain amount of decorum’ is necessary, Hostin expressed a preference for the previous administration’s approach, stating, ‘I miss Pete Buttigieg so much as the transportation secretary.’ This segment not only brought attention to the issue of air travel conduct but also highlighted the potential for political alignment on matters of public behavior, even from typically critical figures within the media.
The discussion also included Navarro’s comments on attire, with her suggesting that shirts with inappropriate content should be discouraged. Her remarks reflect a growing concern among public figures and officials about the impact of dress and behavior on the overall travel experience. As the debate on airline etiquette continues, it remains to be seen whether these calls for civility will translate into meaningful changes for passengers and airlines alike.