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Daily Mirror
09-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
Flight attendant shares why you should 'never' wear a dress on long-haul flight
A YouTuber and ex-Emirates flight attendant is sharing her expert advice for a comfortable long-haul flight, including two key reasons why wearing a dress is a bad idea A former Emirates flight attendant is sharing her tips for surviving a long-haul flight, including why wearing a dress is a big no-no. If you want to 'feel as refreshed as possible when you arrive at your destination' then there are a few tricks that you should keep in mind, she said. Iryna runs the YouTube channel, Jetstream Ginger, where she shares travel advice and tips as a former Emirates flight attendant. She has operated 'more than 550 flights' - equivalent to 159 days on board an aircraft - so she knows exactly how to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey. In one of her YouTube videos, Iryna shares what type of clothes travellers should wear onboard an aircraft and why 'your comfortable clothes are your flight uniform'. Kicking off her explanation, she explains why dresses like the mini-length one she wears in her video are not ideal for long-haul flights. 'This dress is not ideal to wear on a long flight because I'm probably going to get cold,' says Iryna. She also points out another key consideration that should deter you from wearing a dress, even if you're headed to a humid destination. 'Long flights could lead to bloating and swelling, especially on your legs, because you're sitting for a long period of time,' she explains. 'Your blood circulation doesn't work well at this part of your body so you need to wear clothes that are not too tight and quite comfortable.' She suggests wearing athletic clothing and t-shirts for maximum comfort, as well as bringing extra layers so you can adjust to the cabin temperature, which is nearly always cold. According to Iryna, most airlines set the internal cabin temperature between 22 and 24 C because if it's too high 'there is a high chance you can start feeling unwell '. She also mentions that being too hot on board can lead to fainting. While it may seem like an inconvenience to pack extra layers just for your flight, the cold temperature might actually be good for you. At least according to Jay Robert, an international cabin crew member and the creator of A Fly Guy's Cabin Crew Lounge. Speaking to UniLad Tech in 2024, Robert explained first that flight attendants have limited capacity to adjust the plane's thermostat through their cabin control system. Rather it is the plane's pilots that are in charge of the main thermostat and any significant changes to temperature are their call. Robert says passengers are more likely to faint if temperatures exceed 75°F (24C). Colder air helps counteract the effects of the cabin's dry, pressurised environment, which can contribute to dehydration and dizziness. According to Robert, warmer cabins 'smell funkier' because heat energises odour-causing molecules, resulting in bad smells building up quicker. Thus, a cooler plane is likely to be a better smelling one.
Daily Mirror
09-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Real reason planes are so cold according to flight attendants
Frequent flyers know to bring an extra layer on board an airplane. But cooler cabin temperatures, while somewhat inconvenient, actually benefit passengers, ensuring they have a more pleasant journey. Aeroplanes are notorious for being quite chilly, and the complementary blanket on long-haul flights does not always help. But there is a reason the temperature in the cabin is kept cool, according to flight attendants. Senior international cabin crew member and the creator of A Fly Guy's Cabin Crew Lounge, Jay Robert, shared the reason behind cabin temperature, and it's more complex than you may have expected. According to Robert, the cool mercury is not necessarily a bad thing either, and may end up benefiting your flight experience.. Speaking to UniLad Tech in 2024, Robert explained the mechanics of a plane's air conditioning system. 'When the plane is at the gate, it's cooled using an external air conditioning system. Once in the air, the aircraft relies on its internal cooling system, powered by the engines,' he clarifies. Robert went on to explain that flight attendants have limited capacity to adjust the plane's thermostat through their cabin control system. Rather it is the plane's pilots that are in charge of the main thermostat and any significant changes to temperature are their call. Taylor Garland, spokesperson for the Association of Flight Attendants, said that airplane cabins are divided into zones for temperature control. But that the process of temperature control on a plane is an 'imperfect science'. Garland explained: 'If a zone is large and/or the temperature sensor is near a source of heat - just like if the thermostat at home is near a heating vent - then the system will think that the cabin is warmer than it is.' Robert suggested that cool temperatures should not be avoided though, as they can be beneficial to passengers' health and safety. In recalling working on a large aircraft carrying over 600 passengers, Robert said he had to regularly check that the temperature did not go above 73°F (23C). He explained that he had to keep a close watch on the temperature because passengers are more likely to faint if temperatures exceed 75°F (24C). Colder air helps counteract the effects of the cabin's dry, pressurised environment, which can contribute to dehydration and dizziness. There is also one sequential benefit of cool air on planes: a pleasant-smelling cabin. According to Robert, warmer cabins 'smell funkier' because heat energises odour-causing molecules, resulting in bad smells building up quicker. That said, many people find themselves feeling sick after flying. This is likely because of the close proximity to other passengers and the cold temperature can make some travellers particularly uncomfortable, especially with an air conditioning unit above their heads. If you are hoping to avoid a cold, travel expert Yasmin Peckel has provided key tips for picking the perfect seat. She has warned against picking the aisle seat. "Research indicates that those seated in the aisle are more at risk of catching germs, as you'll come into contact with a far greater number of people during your flight. If you're concerned about catching something, it's a sensible idea to choose a window seat instead,! Peckel explains. She continues: 'Aeroplane air is usually circulated through hospital grade filters, designed to contain and remove bacteria. This means that germs are unlikely to be directly transmitted beyond a meter.'
Daily Mail
30-04-2025
- Daily Mail
Flight attendant reveals why planes are always so cold
Passengers often find themselves scrambling for their jumper during flights as the temperature on the plane turns chilly. Airplane cabins can get notoriously cold, but according to flight attendants, there's a very good reason for it. Jay Robert, a senior international cabin crew member and the creator of A Fly Guy's Cabin Crew Lounge, recently shared the surprisingly complex reason behind cabin temperature - and why being cold in the air is actually a beneficial thing. Speaking to UniLad Tech in 2024, Robert explained: 'When the plane is at the gate, it's cooled using an external air conditioning system. 'Once in the air, the aircraft relies on its internal cooling system, powered by the engines.' While pilots are in charge of the main thermostat, flight attendants can make minor adjustments through their cabin control system - but a significant change requires a call to the cockpit. According to Taylor Garland, spokesperson for the Association of Flight Attendants, airplane cabins are divided into zones for temperature control. However, the system is an 'imperfect science,' as she added: 'If a zone is large and/or the temperature sensor is near a source of heat - just like if the thermostat at home is near a heating vent - then the system will think that the cabin is warmer than it is.' But this isn't necessarily a bad thing, as cool temperatures are beneficial to passengers' health, safety, and, surprisingly, scent. Robert recalled working on a massive aircraft that carried over 600 passengers, and one of things he had to 'regularly check' was that the temperature did not go above 73 degrees Fahrenheit (23 degrees Celsius). The reason for this, he revealed, is because passengers are more likely to faint if temperatures exceed 75°F (24°C). Colder air helps counteract the effects of the cabin's dry, pressurised environment, which can contribute to dehydration and dizziness. The third and final benefit of cool air on planes is a little less scientific yet perhaps the most essential during on a long flight: a pleasant-smelling cabin. According to Robert, warmer cabins 'smell funkier' as heat energises odour-causing molecules, meaning a rather unsavoury smell can build up quickly on a warm plane. Meanwhile, a flight attendant revealed she 'judges' passengers who order a popular brewed beverage onboard on a plane - as she blasted their selection as 'sketchy'. Leanna Coy, from New England, who works for an US-based airline, took to TikTok on 21 April to vent her frustrations at travellers who opt for the hot drink. Posting a video to her page, @leannacoy, the flight attendant took aim at passengers who prefer to order decaffeinated coffee while cruising through the skies. In an accompanying caption, she wrote: 'Adults ordering apple juice? Pop off. Margherita at 10am? Slay. Bloody Mary? Gross, but that's your preference. Decaf AIRPLANE coffee though?' In the clip, she admitted she came to a realisation that she 'judges' passengers who order decaf coffee, as 'ordering coffee on a plane is little bit sketchy.' Leanne stressed that she understood a weary flyer or a pilot's need for caffeinated drinks during their travels, as they would likely be tired and requiring an energy boost. But she added: 'You're telling me you genuinely enjoy the taste of that airplane coffee so much that you're willing to drink it - not out of the necessity for caffeine - just for the flavour itself?'
