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I just learned of the US 30 day ban on all flights from the European continent to the US starting this Friday at midnight which means that on April 13 at the earliest, the ban will be lifted. I am to leave for Zürich on April 15 returning April 22. In theory, I should be fine but theory isn’t reality. The ban could be lifted and then a few days after I arrive in Zürich, the ban could be reinstated and then I could be stuck.
We all just learned about it! This would make me rethink the trip. Again, not because I'm afraid I'll die from the virus, but due to the fact that I might be severely inconvenienced for an indefinite time. It's a little too close to the trip dates for my comfort. It's totally a guess, but it wouldn't surprise me if the ban were to be lengthened.
As I understand it, the ban doesn't apply to Americans returning home, although they would be subject to quarantine (I may be wrong, just what I gleaned quickly last night). But the bigger issue is how airlines will react. Flight schedules will certainly be reduced to the new demand and some airlines may decide to stop flights to the US completely during the ban. I suppose we'll know more by this weekend. If the ban is lengthened, it could certainly impact you.