A flight attendant has advised passengers to avoid wearing t-shirts while flying due to safety concerns.
Some travelers meticulously plan their airport attire days ahead, while others prefer to dress in what feels most comfortable at the moment.
Though this choice may seem trivial, a flight attendant has highlighted the potential dangers of wearing a t-shirt while on an aircraft.
“I traveled a lot growing up, and [there’s] one rule my mother made me follow, that I continue to follow to this day,” she mentioned in an interview with whowhatwear.com.
Andrea Fischbach, a member of American Airlines cabin crew, has shared crucial tips for staying safe during an in-flight emergency.
Fischbach stated: “Emergency slides are not fun to go down and hurt – a lot – and it’s not a smooth landing once you reach the end of the slide.
“The more you cover the surface of your skin, the more protection for your largest organ.”
She also pointed out other clothing items to avoid during a flight.
These include tight-fitting clothes, high heels, and excessive jewelry or accessories, all of which can be problematic.
These items could potentially cause delays at the airport, something everyone aims to avoid.
Recently, Ryanair advised its customers against wearing jeans on flights, a suggestion that received mixed feedback.
While the airline didn’t specify its issue with jeans, Dr. Hugh Pabarue told the Huffington Post that skinny jeans could elevate the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) due to their restrictiveness on long flights.
DVT involves a blood clot forming in one or more of the deep veins in the body, and if it travels to the lungs, it can result in a pulmonary embolism, which is life-threatening.
With so many clothing restrictions, you might wonder what is advisable to wear on a flight.
Fischbach recommends covering up as much as possible, often choosing long sleeves and pants for her own flights.
She also advises against wearing restrictive clothing due to the risk of DVT.
“If you are tall, travel a lot, or are on a long flight, this is extremely important,” she noted.
She emphasized: “It’s very important to be able to move around a bit in your seat – very difficult, I know – and keep your blood flowing.”