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Since when Is It Forbidden to Smoke on Airplanes?

Summary by Billiken
For much of the 20th century, smoking in closed places was completely normal. In offices, cinemas, restaurants, hospitals and even airplanes people were allowed to light cigarettes without restrictions. On the flights of many airlines even lighters and ashtrays were delivered in each seat. But with the passage of time and growing scientific evidence about the effects of tobacco smoke, this custom began to change. Today, smoking on board is one o…
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For much of the 20th century, smoking in closed places was completely normal. In offices, cinemas, restaurants, hospitals and even airplanes people were allowed to light cigarettes without restrictions. On the flights of many airlines even lighters and ashtrays were delivered in each seat. But with the passage of time and growing scientific evidence about the effects of tobacco smoke, this custom began to change. Today, smoking on board is one o…

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Billiken broke the news in on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
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