Flight attendants share their insights on the unsanitary aspects of air travel and how to minimize your exposure to germs. From questionable airplane water to rarely cleaned blankets and a lack of deep cleaning in bathrooms, these tips will help you stay healthier during your next flight.
Flying can be an exhilarating experience, but it can also be rather unsavoury. Being packed into a metal cabin with hundreds of other people is hardly the epitome of cleanliness, and some aspects of flying can be even less sanitary than others. Travel experts at eShores have teamed up with two experienced flight attendants to expose the dirtiest parts of an airplane - and how best to avoid them.
Kamila Jakubjakova, who has been a flight attendant for more than three years, advises against drinking plane water and suggests bringing your own bottled water instead. While the quality varies between airlines, a Healthline report discovered microorganisms in some airplane water, including total coliform bacteria. Kamila notes that while the water may not be top-notch, it does have to adhere to certain hygiene standards. She said: 'Bottled water would be my first choice as the water tanks don't get cleaned often due to time constraints. Although the aircraft water is not the best quality, they still have to follow the hygiene and sanitation standards.' Another thing you should always bring is your own blanket or travel pillow. These small comforts are typically reserved for long-haul flights, but the experts reveal they are seldom cleaned - merely rewrapped for the next passenger, reports the Express. One flight attendant, who wished to remain anonymous, stated that even first class isn't exempt from this unpleasant rule. They revealed: 'first class mattresses don't get changed or laundered – a clean sheet is put over it. On short haul flights pillowcases don't get changed, they're probably just turned around.' The third thing to steer clear of on planes is going barefoot - particularly in the bathroom. While it might be tempting to make yourself as comfortable as possible by removing your shoes, you should ensure you have a pair of slip-on shoes ready for bathroom visits. The anonymous insider explains 'the toilets are never deep cleaned, just wiped down with an antibacterial wipe and the toilet floors are never cleaned'. So if you want to avoid carrying all sorts of unpleasant things with you during the flight and back into your shoes, it's best to keep that footwear on your feet.
AIRPLANE GERMS HYGIENE TRAVEL TIPS FLIGHT ATTENDANTS
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Dirty Airplane Secrets: What Flight Attendants Don't Want You to KnowTravel experts reveal the dirtiest parts of an airplane and how to avoid them. From plane water and blankets to bathroom floors, learn what precautions to take for a cleaner flight experience.
Read more »
Flight Attendants Reveal Common Passenger Mistakes to AvoidFlight attendants share their insights on common passenger behaviors they wish people would avoid when traveling. From taking off shoes and using the lavatory during boarding to ringing the call light for non-emergencies and handing trash to crew members, these tips offer practical advice for a more respectful and enjoyable air travel experience.
Read more »
Avoid These Common Boarding Pass Mistakes for a Stress-Free FlightLearn from expert insights and traveler experiences to minimize anxieties and ensure a smooth journey. Discover the most frequent boarding pass errors, their consequences, and how to prevent them.
Read more »
British Airways Launches In-Flight Luggage Tracking and Flight Disruption ManagementBritish Airways is set to revolutionize the travel experience with a groundbreaking in-flight service that addresses common travel issues such as lost luggage and missed connections. This innovative system, powered by a Microsoft-developed software, utilizes real-time updates to notify passengers and crew of potential problems, ensuring timely resolutions and minimizing disruptions.
Read more »
Airplane crash witness recalls horrifying moment aircrafts collided'It was insane.'
Read more »
Beauty queen arrested with £12,000,000 of cocaine after her airplane ran out of fuelJade Callau, 21, has been arrested after 359kg of cocaine was found in her airplane in Argentina.
Read more »