Eww! The Dirtiest Part Of Your Airplane Seat Might Surprise You!
Veteran flight attendant warns: you should NEVER put anything here! You’ll never guess which part of your airplane seat is the dirtiest! 🦠✈️ #AirplaneGerms #TravelTips #HealthyFlying
MSP International Airport, Minnesota – Flight attendants have seen it all when it comes to the things passengers leave behind in airplane seat pockets. From used tissues and sick bags to forgotten underwear and half-eaten snacks, these pockets are cleared of trash but never truly cleaned. One veteran flight attendant warns that you should never put anything in the seat pocket, as it’s a breeding ground for all sorts of germs and bacteria.
Other Dirty Spots on Your Flight
It’s not just the seat pocket that’s teeming with germs. In just eight hours, a single cell of E. coli can multiply into a colony of over 12 million cells. Your tray table alone likely has more bacteria than a toilet seat or a cell phone, with one study finding over 2,000 colony-forming units of bacteria per square inch. That’s a lot more than the 27 to 30 units typically found on cell phones!
Experts also advise against taking your shoes off during a flight or wearing shorts, as this can expose you to even more bacteria. And if you’re thinking about taking a nap with your head against the window, think again – you never know how many people have wiped their hands or other things on that surface.
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How to Keep Your Seat Clean
So, what can you do to protect yourself from all these germs? An infectious disease specialist recommends always bringing FDA-approved antibacterial wipes containing alcohol on your flight. Use them to wipe down the tray table, seatbelt handle, armrest, recliner button, window area, and even the air vents. This simple step can go a long way in keeping you healthy during your travels.
Conclusion
While it’s impossible to avoid all germs while flying, being aware of the dirtiest parts of your airplane seat can help you take steps to protect yourself. Remember to pack those antibacterial wipes and give your seat a good cleaning before settling in for your flight. And next time you’re tempted to reach into that seat pocket, think twice – your health might just thank you for it! Safe travels.
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