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Asia Airlines has now officially introduced its baby free zone in economy class. The first seven economy class rows will all be designated baby free quiet seating. There will be no extra charge for this seating section and it will be available for travelers who are age 12 and older. Unfortunately, this quite section only tries to protect you from screaming babies and does not require loud and inconsiderate adults  to be quiet.

We will see if this new seating arrangement catches on, but it most likely will not, especially in the U.S. where families already have a hard time getting seats together. Also, travelers who sit in the seventh row could have a baby right behind them, negating the purpose and the possibility of the quiet zone.