Traveling is good. Traveling makes it possible to build connections with one another by learning about culture, food, new beautiful sites, music, and the way that people live in every part of the world. So, traveling can become one of the best learning experiences that you’ll have. Besides, traveling, especially flying in a plane requires a lot to remember. You have to always ask yourself if you had packed everything in your checklist, or if you are wearing the right clothes, suitable for the weather, etc. It is also worth remembering, that there are some rules that need to be followed when flying in a plane. So, today we will talk about the things that you should never do on a plane. These are the common mistakes that people usually make. So, stay tuned to discover them all.

Avoid ordering coffee, tea, or water

Back in 2004, the EPA studies found that out of 327 aircraft’s water supplies, only 15 percent passed health standards. Since the creation of EPA’s Aircraft Drinking Rule Act, most airplanes don’t serve water from the tap. But we should note, that ice cubes are still made from the same water. This is because water tanks in planes are old and bacteria are in those tanks. That’s why there are tones of bottled water in every plane. So, avoid ordering tea, or coffee, as they are made from the same water.

Don’t forget the hand sanitizer

Perhaps, airplanes and airports are the places where you’ll mostly need sterilizers. There are too many people gathered at the same place, and nowadays having a hand sterilizer in your bag is a must. By sanitizing your hands before and after touching items on your flight, you’ll prevent the risk of spreading germs to both yourself and others. You can also have some disinfectant wipes as well.

Don’t sit in your seat the entire flight

On an airplane, there is a high risk to develop deep vein thrombosis (DVT). It is a type of blood clot that usually forms in the legs. DVT is also known as “economy-class syndrome”. So, walking around for a couple of minutes or standing up to stretch can be good for you to prevent the risk of DVT. Moreover, try not to wear tight clothes that could cut off circulation while you are in flight. It is important to move your legs or walk once every hour. If it is not possible to stand up or walk, you can do exercises in your seat by lifting your knees up to your chest.

Don’t use contact lenses

Always wear glasses and not contact lenses during the flights. The air in a plane is so dry that it can cause irritation in your eyes. On the other hand, in case you fall asleep in contact lenses that are not made for overnight wear, can damage your eyes and cause irritation. Be careful with your eyes, so that it does not disturb your vacation or business meetings.

Say no to alcohol

Alcohol is extremely dehydrating. Moreover, combine it with the low humidity on a plane, and the dry experience is ready. In addition, the low humidity makes the effects of alcohol hit you even faster. We cannot fail to mention that excessive drinking lowers your immune system in general. So, drinking alcohol during your flight is not a good idea, as one drink in the air is like drinking two on the ground.

Don’t use phone devices

Using phone devices while onboard is very dangerous. As we all know, take-off and landing are the most important and difficult stages of the flight. The signal of devices can cause interference in communication and navigation systems. As a result, the pilot may not hear information transmitted by the traffic controller. Please note that in case you are not using your phone and it is simply locked, it is still searching for a network and can be dangerous for the flight. However, switching the phone to flight mode will only take 2 seconds but it will also ensure your safe flight.

Don’t be shy to tell a flight attendant that you are not feeling well

Never think your health and safety are an inconvenience to what may seem like an already stressed flight crew. Flight attendants are trained enough to help with medical emergencies. Moreover, they even learn how to properly handle childbirth before becoming certified. Thus, if you are not feeling well in any part of your flight, tell them immediately.

Don’t eat peanuts or smelly food on a plane

This point is also included in the behaving etiquettes and is one of the most important rules to keep when flying on a plane. Eating smelly food on a plane can irritate or annoy other passengers. Try to avoid eating anything smelly or anything that’s heavy on garlic or anion. In addition, avoid bringing peanuts or peanut butter. Note that you’ll never know if you’ll be on a flight with someone who has a severe peanut allergy. It is also worth noting that for some even the presence of peanuts can cause an allergic reaction.