Hawaiian Airlines to Offer Drive-Thru Covid 19 Tests

Hawaiian is the latest airline to begin offering the on-site tests, afterUnited airlines announced earlier this week that it would start offering teststo those traveling on United from San Francisco to Hawaii, including Honolulu, Maui, and Kona.

"As Hawai'i's leading airline, it is critical to ensure that access to testing does not impede travel to Hawai'i, for visitors or our kama'aina (residents)," saidAvi Mannis, senior vice president of marketing at Hawaiian Airlines.

The carrier is partnering with Worksite Labs, a company that provides on-site mobile labs and PCR testing equipment, to conduct the Droplet Digital PCR shallow nasal swab tests. Hawaiian plans to begin offering the service beginning October 15, allowing those who test negative within 72 hours of departure, to be exempt from the state’s 14-day quarantine order.

"Worksite Labs is proud to offer Hawaiian this innovative solution as we work to combat the current pandemic and provide more testing options so travelers can understand their COVID-19 status and enjoy their trip to Hawai'i while stimulating the local economy," saidGary Frazier, CEO of Worksite Labs.

Initially, Hawaiian will conduct the tests nearLos Angeles(LAX) andSan Francisco(SFO) international airports, with more testing locations coming soon at its other U.S. mainland gateways. The tests will cost $90for results within 36 hours, or$150for day-of-travel express service.

Additionally, all travelers arriving in Hawaii or flying between the islands must also complete the state's onlineSafe Travels Hawai'i form prior to their departure.

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