Passengers warned not to wear a very common type of shoe on a plane
Travel guru Pollyann took to her Instagram page, @travelwithpalma, to advise passengers not to wear sandals when travelling on a plane.
She warned of the potential issues the clothing choice could cause in an emergency, as well as the much-needed protection that closed-toe footwear offers.
Pollyann shared the advice on her Instagram page and said: 'Skip the sandals when you fly - seriously. Change into those sneakers!
'If there's an emergency involving fire, broken glass, or the need to evacuate fast, you'll want real closed-toe shoes to protect your feet and help you move quickly!
'Sandals slow you down and leave you exposed when seconds matter.
'And even when everything goes smoothly, airplane bathrooms mid-flight are…questionable.
'That liquid on the floor? Yeah - it's probably not water.
'For safety and sanitary reasons... protect your feet.'
London Luton airport also advises travellers on what may be best to wear during their journeys and noted 'flat slip-on shoes or trainers' would be most suitable.
The airport's website reads: 'Our Next Generation Security scanners permit passengers to wear any shoes to fly.
'But, if you're looking for prime comfort, flat slip-on shoes or trainers are best.
'If you prefer to slide out of your shoes during a flight, it's easy to – just put a pair of socks on so you're not barefoot on the move.'
While the Federal Aviation Administration, which is responsible for handling aircraft in America, emphasises the importance of wearing 'sensible clothing'.
Like Pollyann, the organisation notes the possibility of an emergency and clothing may help to limit any injuries in this case.
The website reads, 'Passengers who wear sensible clothing can reduce their chances of serious injury in the unlikely event of an emergency.'
Meanwhile, the Federal Aviation Administration also notes 'low-heeled' shoes made from suitable materials are recommended.
The organisation adds, 'Wear low-heeled, leather, or canvas shoes.'
It comes as TUI has announced Christmas Day flights with mid-air roast dinner and private meetings with Santa onboard.
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