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Advice for Flying and Air Travel

When traveling, it is important to keep safety in mind. Safety should be a top priority during travel, and airline travel safety is an important aspect of any trip that requires travel flying abroad. Air travel is one of the safest modes of transportation, but there are steps that can be taken by individuals to further ensure health and safety during any trip. To ensure the safety of passengers, airlines and passengers traveling on airlines are subject to many travel restrictions. To have the best trip possible, knowing what these restrictions are and preparing to fly will help ease the stress of travel.

Have a Safe Flight – Preparing to Fly

When planning a trip, one should also prepare for the flight to their destination. Travelers should know the exact departure time of their flight and when they should be at the airport to allow enough time to pass through security. Preparing to fly also includes making sure that you have all of the proper paperwork, including passports if traveling internationally. Most airlines will provide all necessary travel information and any restrictions on their official websites.

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General Air Travel Tips

If you are traveling a long distance, it might be a good idea to put together a sleep travel kit. This can include a travel pillow, eye mask, and earplugs to block out the sound. While it may be tempting, it’s not a good idea to stuff tons of items into your carry-on to avoid checked baggage fees. Most flight attendants have caught on to this trick and will make you check the bag. Air travel can dry out your nasal passages; staying well hydrated can help prevent this. If traveling with children, make sure you have items with you to keep them occupied, especially for longer flights.

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Air Travel and Your Safety

Air travel is generally safe, but there are additional steps that can be taken by passengers to further ensure safety. It is important to listen to flight attendants when they are reviewing safety information. When traveling over water, know where your flotation device is located. Always follow directions from the flight crew, especially in the event of an emergency. Keep the alcohol to a minimum on flights; alcohol will affect you more severely than when on the ground due to pressure in the cabin.

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Flight and Air Travel Restrictions

Since the events of 9/11, there have been many air travel restrictions put in place to ensure passenger safety. There are certain items that cannot be brought on an airplane at all while other items can be transported but only in checked luggage. A list of prohibited items is available on the official Transportation Security Administration (TSA) website. Along with prohibited items, travelers should expect to pass through security screenings before boarding their flight. Along with having luggage passed through an x-ray machine, many airports utilize body scanners to ensure passenger safety further.

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With proper knowledge and planning, air travel is an incredibly safe mode of transportation. While many people find traveling by air to be stressful, the above information can help decrease the hassles of travel. It is also important to keep in mind that while air travel in the US and many other countries is safe, it is important to do research when traveling internationally as airlines in other countries are not necessarily subject to the same rules and regulations.

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As you might expect, we always strongly encourage a quality travel insurance plan.  Here are some of the options we suggest as they are affordable, offer good coverage, and provide good customer service.

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