Why do Planes Still Have Ashtrays?
Smoking on a plane has been prohibited internationally since the year 2000. So why do planes still have ashtrays? In fact, if you go to the bathroom, you will notice there’s a “No Smoking” sign and an ashtray right below it.
It may seem absurd but the authorities are aware that there will always be people who will try to break the rules and smoke anyway. If and when this happens, the flight attendants will need to put out the cigarette in a safe way without causing any damage. Hence, the ashtrays all over for passenger safety. We guess rebels will be rebels…