Alcohol
Use caution if you decide to drink alcoholic beverages when traveling by
air.
Alcohol can dehydrate you and will interfere with your ability to sleep.
It has
also been implicated
in recent incidents
of “air rage.” Consequently, it is most
prudent to avoid or at least minimize alcohol consumption during air travel.
Motion Sickness
Although motion sickness is less common with jets than with propeller
-
driven aircraft, it may occur, particularly in susceptible individuals.
If you think you
might require medication, consult your physician.
For those susceptible to motion
sickness:
•
Request a seat over the wing.
•
Schedule flights on larger airplanes.
•
Request a window seat (and gaze at the
horizon).
•
Direct cool, ventilated air onto the face.
•
Avoid excess liquids and gas producing
foods.
•
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to flight and inflight