Passenger's 'flight allergy list' mocked online: 'No coffee, no fragrance, no airplane fuel'
A few users argued that the passenger likely wasn't allergic to the listed items, but rather just had sensitivities. — Pixabay
A photo of a passenger's 'flight allergy list' is causing quite a stir on social media for its unusual demands.
While the passenger who wrote the list hasn't been identified, X user Sergio Rodriguez (@LyftGyft) shared a photo of it on the platform on May 19, with the caption: "Imagine sitting next to a passenger like this?"
On the list, the airplane traveler asked that no coffee or cashews be served on the flight due to allergies. 'I'm highly allergic to smell of coffee and would appreciate it if you could refrain from brewing coffee,' adding, 'as even the smell can stop my breathing.'
The passenger also claimed they were allergic to non-food items such as 'fragrances or chemical smells,' naming colognes, perfume, scented soaps, and body lotions as substances they couldn't be exposed to. Gasoline and airplane fuel were also listed.
The passenger noted that they take several medications and also asked that they be supplied with a 'large bottle' so they wouldn't have to bother attendants for more refills.
At the end of the note, they expressed their gratitude, writing: 'Thank you for your patience and understanding in trying to make the flight as enjoyable as possible for me. I appreciate you.'
However on X, users had no sympathy for these demands. 'Passenger shouldn't fly,' opined one user. Another said: 'Get off and walk Karen , omg'
Others ruled the list as bogus: 'Sorry, but take a private plane or keep an EpiPen handy. If not approved by a CRO (Complaint Resolution Official) from the airlines, then doesn't have to be enforced.'
A few users argued that the passenger likely wasn't allergic to the listed items, but rather just had sensitivities.
While the items listed can all trigger an allergic reaction to some extent, it doesn't seem likely that the passenger would suffer a severe reaction if it's happening in a different row or area on the plane.
A 2024 review published in the journal Archives of Disease in Childhood debunked the common misconception that peanut/tree nut particles can lead to allergic reactions through aircraft ventilation systems. In fact, researchers claimed that food-induced allergic reactions are 10-100 times less common on flights than on the ground and that most risks stem from surface contamination rather than airborne particles.
Researchers noted that cleaning surfaces (like tray tables and seat backs) where allergen residues might be present is a highly effective precaution for allergic passengers.
In other words, stashing some Lysol wipes in a carry-on bag might be more effective than issuing a 'flight allergy list' to flight attendants. – syracuse.com/Tribune News Service
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