Korean Air Bans Roosters on U.S. Flights to Philippines
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Korean Air has officially banned the transport of roosters on its flights from the United States to the Philippines. This decision responds to public concerns about cockfighting, a cultural practice in the Philippines, and aims to address animal welfare and regulatory issues. The ban affects passengers who transport live roosters for cultural or commercial purposes on these routes.
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- •Korean Air announced the ban on transporting roosters on flights from the US to the Philippines on May 2, 2026.
- •The ban follows public outcry related to cockfighting, a popular but controversial activity in the Philippines.
- •Passengers intending to carry live roosters on these routes must now comply with the new policy and find alternative arrangements.
- •The airline cited concerns over animal welfare and compliance with international transport regulations as reasons for the ban.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Korean Air extends the rooster ban to other international routes passengers transporting live poultry globally will face stricter restrictions, potentially disrupting cultural and commercial activities involving roosters.
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