Ex-flight attendant offers 5 tips for maintaining hygiene during air travel, advising against touching seatback pockets, sitting directly on seat cushions, and placing shoes on tray tables.

Former flight attendant, Jay Robert, who has 20 years of experience in the airline industry, has shared his top five hygiene tips to follow on a plane, explaining that airplanes get dirtier as the day progresses. He advises travelers to prioritize comfort and hygiene when choosing a plane seat, use their own hand sanitizer instead of relying on the airline's supplies, avoid drinking tap water unless it is served hot, bring their own pillow and blanket to maintain cleanliness, and wipe down surfaces such as tray tables and armrests with disinfectant wipes.

February 11, 2024
4 Articles