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A couple of weeks ago, I put up a post asking “how many lavatories are required on commercials jets?” I did a lot of research but couldn’t find a definitive answer anywhere. I also contacted the FAA. I said I’d update you. So today, I finally heard back — only to be told to contact the FAA’s “Aircraft Certification Service, Delegation and Airworthiness Programs” in Oklahoma City. Okay, we did so. And lo and behold, a nice young man who took our call, had the answer. Click “more” and you’ll have the answer, too! |
So what’s the deal? How many lavatories are required on commercial jetliners?
Apparently…none.
According to the FAA folks we spoke with, there is NO regulation concerning the number of lavatories on planes.
Now, in the interest of customer service (customer demand?), airlines DO have lavatories. I guess we should all be grateful.
You asked FAA — does this apply for international flights or certifying organizations in other countries?
Comment by Rachel — March 21, 2008 @ 8:07 am
Hey Rick,
How about if the airlines put a seatbelt in there, and sold that seat for takeoffs and landings. Roomier than the other economy seats by far.
Jeff
Comment by beatofhawaii.com — April 7, 2008 @ 4:47 pm