Taking to the skies can be exciting, but savvy travelers know there are certain air travel faux pas to avoid. In a series of TikTok videos titled “flight attendant secrets you need to know,” @cierra_mistt provided some valuable advice for a smooth flying experience. She starts with a strong recommendation against using the toilet paper in aircraft lavatories. Don’t worry, it’s not about a messy situation, but rather the quality. She suggests using the paper towels instead, claiming they are higher quality and won’t rip or dissolve like the toilet paper.
Cierra also advises against walking barefoot to the bathroom, stating that the liquid on the floor is not water. While she doesn’t specify what the liquid might be, her cautionary tone leaves little to the imagination. She also reveals that airplane bathrooms are rarely scrubbed and only get a deep clean if they are unusable.
The cleaning practices after flights are even less reassuring. Cierra explains that post-flight cleaning crews don’t do a thorough deep clean, focusing primarily on tidying up and removing trash. She highlights that this practice is different from the more rigorous cleaning procedures during the pandemic, when they deep-cleaned tray tables and seatbelts.
In a surprising revelation, Cierra recommends against using the provided hygiene wipes to clean the tray table, suggesting it’s likely already been cleaned. Instead, she urges travelers to focus on sanitizing the window area, claiming it’s rarely thoroughly cleaned.
These revelations have sparked numerous reactions on TikTok, with some users expressing shock and disbelief. One commenter simply stated, “Sooooo planes are dirty, got it.” Another admitted, “Oh sweety, I walk with hospital grade wipes.”
Cierra’s videos serve as a stark reminder that even though airplanes are designed for air travel, they’re still subject to the realities of human interaction and the need for proper hygiene practices. Her advice highlights the importance of bringing your own cleaning supplies and exercising caution when using shared amenities during your next flight.
