Why You Should Never Wear Shorts on a Flight

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Ever wonder why some things are better left undone when you’re flying? Well, wearing shorts on a flight might sound comfy, but it’s actually not the best choice for a number of reasons—especially when it comes to hygiene and comfort! Plus, there are a bunch of other things you might not realize can make your flight worse, from certain snacks to seat choices. Whether you’re a frequent flyer or just going on vacation, knowing what to avoid can make a big difference in your overall experience. Want to find out the things you should never do on a flight? Keep reading, and you’ll be a flying pro in no time!  Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from TheSoul Sound: https://thesoul-sound.com/   Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD34jRLrMrJux4VxV   Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brightside Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brightside.official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.official?lang=en Telegram: https://t.me/bright_side_official   Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, safety and reliability. Any action you take upon the information in this video is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any damages or losses. It is the viewer's responsibility to use judgement, care and precaution if you plan to replicate.

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00:00Well, here's quite a list for you.

00:02Yellow fever, malaria, Zika – these are just a few of the nasties you might pick up

00:07if you fly in shorts.

00:09Sure, the cabin might look clean, but check it out under a microscope and you'll see

00:14a different story.

00:16Take seatback trigs – they're gross, with over 2,100 colony-forming units per square

00:22inch.

00:23Who knows how clean the actual seats are?

00:26Planes aren't exactly shouting about how often they deep clean – probably not more

00:31than every 1-3 months.

00:33If you think planes get a good scrub down before every flight, think again.

00:38Every minute of delay costs an airline about $100, so there's not much time for a thorough

00:43cleaning.

00:44The crew does what they can, but wearing shorts is still a bad idea.

00:48You'll expose your skin to all that grime.

00:51And let's face it – you won't jump in the shower the second you get off the plane.

00:55So do yourself a favor and wear clothes that cover your skin.

01:00Plus, sometimes it gets excessively cold on a plane, so shorts will make you ask for a

01:05blanket on a plane.

01:07Now listen closely – you don't want to do that.

01:10Those pillows and blankets are reused constantly and not always cleaned thoroughly.

01:15Let's just say short turnaround times between flights make proper washing unlikely.

01:21But even if they are, airlines use industrial detergents to wash pillows and blankets.

01:26You see what I'm driving at?

01:28Either make sure to wear proper clothing, or bring your own blanket.

01:34If there's something you should totally wear on a plane, it's slippers.

01:37Yep, the ones you snagged from the hotel the last time you traveled.

01:41They're a lifesaver when you want to ditch your uncomfortable shoes but don't want to

01:45flash your socks, no matter how cute.

01:49Slippers are easy to slide on and off, making them perfect for those mid-flight bathroom

01:54trips.

01:55At the end of the flight, you can toss the slippers away – no muss, no fuss.

02:01During takeoff and landing, the air pressure changes super quickly, which can lead to ear

02:05discomfort and muffled hearing – something called barotitis.

02:10Simple things like yawning, chewing, or swallowing can help your ears adjust to the pressure.

02:15If you're asleep, you're not doing any of that, so your ears will struggle.

02:19Plus, takeoff and landing are when most accidents happen, so it's crucial to stay alert and

02:25be ready for anything.

02:27And your ears will thank you.

02:31Not every life hack you see online is worth trying.

02:34Take this one that went viral on TikTok.

02:37Millions of viewers watched passengers pulling their knees up to their chests, feet at the

02:42edge of their seats, with a seatbelt fastened around their feet.

02:46But you shouldn't do that.

02:48First off, it's against the rules.

02:50Official guidelines say seatbelts should be worn properly across your lap.

02:54Next, in this position, a sudden impact could force your face or chin into your knees.

03:00Plus, a properly worn seatbelt helps you keep restrained during sudden altitude drops, preventing

03:06you from being thrust upwards.

03:08Finally, if you injure yourself or others by sitting this way, you could be held liable

03:13for any costs incurred, like if the plane has to make an emergency diversion.

03:18Well, you know the drill.

03:21Tray tables up, seat backs upright.

03:24But why is this so important?

03:25It's not just an airline preference, it's the law, according to the US Code of Federal

03:31Regulations.

03:32The thing is, upright seats provide more structural support during impact.

03:37A reclined seat can act like a catapult during a sudden stop, projecting you forward or slam

03:43you backward in case of sudden acceleration.

03:46Take-off, approach, and landing are the riskiest phases.

03:50About 67% of fatal accidents happen during these times.

03:54Cruising is the safest phase, so feel free to recline once you're at altitude.

03:59Now, in case of an emergency on a plane, you'll only have around 90 seconds to evacuate, dimming

04:07the cabin lights during take-off and landing when it's dark outside is all about safety.

04:13This helps your eyes adjust to the darkness, making it easier to evacuate if needed.

04:18It can take up to 30 minutes for our eyes to fully adapt to low light, and having sharp

04:23vision can be a lifesaver in an emergency.

04:26Plus, with your eyes adjusted, you'll see the floor lights guiding you to the exits

04:30more clearly.

04:32On the flip side, if it's bright outside, the cabin lights stay on so that you're not

04:37blinded upon exit.

04:38These small details make a big difference in creating the best conditions for a quick

04:43evacuation.

04:44You'll also notice flight attendants asking passengers to close tray tables, stow bags,

04:51and put seats upright.

04:53This clears the pathways to the exits, and they might ask you to open your window shade

04:58so they can spot any external hazards, like fire or debris, that could hinder an emergency

05:03evacuation.

05:04Well, it's time to have lunch!

05:08Well, sadly on a plane, it won't be as yummy as back on Earth.

05:12But why does food taste a bit off when you're flying?

05:15Let's first figure out how we perceive the taste of food.

05:19It's not only about your mouth, it's also about your nose.

05:23The dry air and pressure changes in the cabin can reduce your tastebud sensitivity by about

05:2830%, making food taste different in the ear than it does on the ground.

05:34As for your nose, well, let's just say it has a hard time distinguishing flavors when

05:39the air humidity is only 12%.

05:42In total, there are 5 basic tastes – saltiness, sweetness, bitterness, sourness, and that

05:48savory flavor often called umami, which is Japanese for delicious taste.

05:54The two tastes that get especially weak when flying are saltiness and sweetness, which

06:00is why airlines often over-season their meals.

06:03To make airplane food, if not yummy, but at least edible, cooks must add up to 20% more

06:10salt.

06:11By the way, it's not just about the altitude or pressure – that loud background noise

06:15can also make food taste less salty and sweet.

06:19While traveling, relax and breathe, my friend.

06:22Despite what you might think, aircraft air quality is actually better than in many other

06:27communal spaces.

06:28About 40% of the air is filtered through a HEPA system, and the rest comes from outside.

06:34This means the air is completely changed every 3 minutes, catching 99.97% of airborne particles.

06:42Sounds very safe, right?

06:43Well, almost.

06:45Look at those overhead air vents.

06:48As for colony-forming units, there are 285 – just 285.

06:54For comparison, an average keyboard has over 3.5 million CFUs per square inch.

07:00So those nozzles are relatively clean.

07:03Still, you never know when they were last wiped down, so keep hand sanitizer nearby

07:08just in case.

07:10In any event, the overhead air vent can help keep germs away, so it's good to have some

07:15fresh air blowing in the stuffy cabin.

07:19While your plane is taking off and landing, it's a must to stay seated.

07:23But actually, staying glued to your seat for the duration of the entire flight is more

07:27of a bad idea.

07:29You see, we all need our blood to circulate nicely around the body.

07:33Sure thing you aren't supposed to walk to and fro, but standing up for some time is

07:37a good idea, especially if you have an aisle seat and there's no one to block your way.

07:43If you're blocked in the middle or window seat, just make sure to stretch your legs.

07:49We've chatted about this before, to protect your ears, it's best not to sleep at certain

07:53times on a plane.

07:55But here's another tip to keep your eyes happy too.

07:59Whenever you're flying, go for glasses instead of contact lenses.

08:03The dry air on airplanes can be super harsh on your eyes.

08:07If it's your first time flying, you might not realize how bad it can feel, and taking

08:11out your contact lenses mid-flight can be a real problem.

08:16That's it for today!

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