Originally Posted by
GogglesPisano
There was an MD on the PBS Newshour a few weeks ago (sorry, I can't find a link.) He stated the same thing. We've wasted a lot of resources on sanitizing surfaces for no reason (although this can help mitigate other infections like the flu.)
The biggest threat is being in a crowded, enclosed space (elevators, waiting rooms ...)
An emphasis on external air or APU air at the gate would be a lot more effective.
Finally, it's OK to start and run the APU for air. 1) APU... START (you will never see that in print)