Milan flightsThe airport is now pressing the case for rapid testing before departure, though Chief Executive Officer John Holland-Kaye cautioned Wednesday that it will be “more challenging" for the model to gain acceptance, since destination countries would need to take the accuracy of the checks on faith.The month-long Italian trial being conducted by Aeroporti di Roma SpA so far involves domestic-only services operated by state-owned Alitalia SpA between the capital and Milan Linate airport.
Passengers on certain flights must take a rapid antigen test, with the cost covered by the Lazio regional government.The tests require would-be travelers to provide a swab, with the results available in 30 minutes.