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Dublin Live
6 days ago
- Dublin Live
Alarming reason pilots are ordered to break wind in front of each other
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info It's one of those taboo habits that most travellers would agree is just not on. Farting on a plane is simply wrong for the same reason car wind and lift trumps are 'illegal' - the victim is trapped and cannot escape. Sitting next to another passenger with wind is indeed a very unfortunate event and a rotten start to your holiday or trip. You either have to keep getting up out of your seat to let them go to the toilet every time they need to privately pop off, or you suffer the revolting indignation of breathing the foul air that has blasted out directly from their intestines into your lungs. However, if you're a pilot rather than a passenger, you will have been told you MUST toot freely while in the cockpit, according to an one Argentine flight attendant. Barbara Bacilieri, also known as Barbie Bac to her almost 2.65milion YouTube million followers, claims pilots are "prohibited" from holding in their gas because the discomfort it causes can distract them from their crucially important role. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. More info To make matters worse, flatulence is heightened when the plane reaches an altitude of 30,000 feet. "At high altitudes, atmospheric pressure is lower, which increases the volume of internal gases," she explained. "This can cause discomfort and distraction in the cockpit when the pilots should be focused on doing their job, not in pain from being full of gas. That's why it's always recommended that pilots, if they have to, just release them." Her wild assessment is even backed up by a 2013 study by Danish and British gastroenterologists. Hans Christian Pommergaard, Jakob Burcharth, Anders Fischer, William Thomas and Professor Rosenberg told the New Zealand Medical Journal that holding your farts in may seem preferential but they suggested that for the sake of their health and comfort, passengers and crew should set them free. Not doing so could lead to pain, bloating, indigestion, stress and even nausea, they said. According to the Sydney Morning Herald they concluded: "There is actually only one reasonable solution - just let it go." The medics did recognise that air cabin quality may be diminished for other passengers though. The gassy dilemma also applied to the cockpit and pilots, the specialists found. "If the pilot restrains a fart, all the drawbacks previously mentioned, including diminished concentration, may affect his abilities to control the airplane. If he lets go of the fart his co-pilot may be affected by its odour, which again reduces safety on board the flight." Barbie Bac also claims the pilots eat different meals - not to see who can produce the biggest back draft but so they don't both suffer another unfortunate bowel incident. "The commander and the copilot choose different meal options. One will choose chicken and the other will choose pasta," she says. This apparently is to lessen the chances of them both getting food poisoning, which would mean no one would be able to fly the plane - not ideal. "It's almost always the captain who makes the choice, and the copilot is the one who has to accept the alternative," explained Bacilieri, who works for a Spanish budget carrier. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice . For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage .
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Flight attendant explains why pilots are ordered to fart in front of each other
Airline pilots are told they should let rip in the cockpit, according to an air hostess who has revealed some wild facts from her experiences in the sky It's one of those taboo habits that most travellers would agree is just not on. Farting on a plane is simply wrong for the same reason car wind and lift trumps are 'illegal' - the victim is trapped and cannot escape. Sitting next to another passenger with wind is indeed a very unfortunate event and a rotten start to your holiday or trip. You either have to keep getting up out of your seat to let them go to the toilet every time they need to privately pop off, or you suffer the revolting indignation of breathing the foul air that has blasted out directly from their intestines into your lungs. However, if you're a pilot rather than a passenger, you will have been told you MUST toot freely while in the cockpit, according to an one Argentine flight attendant. Barbara Bacilieri, also known as Barbie Bac to her almost 2.65milion YouTube million followers, claims pilots are "prohibited" from holding in their gas because the discomfort it causes can distract them from their crucially important role. To make matters worse, flatulence is heightened when the plane reaches an altitude of 30,000 feet. "At high altitudes, atmospheric pressure is lower, which increases the volume of internal gases," she explained. "This can cause discomfort and distraction in the cockpit when the pilots should be focused on doing their job, not in pain from being full of gas. That's why it's always recommended that pilots, if they have to, just release them." Her wild assessment is even backed up by a 2013 study by Danish and British gastroenterologists. Hans Christian Pommergaard, Jakob Burcharth, Anders Fischer, William Thomas and Professor Rosenberg told the New Zealand Medical Journal that holding your farts in may seem preferential but they suggested that for the sake of their health and comfort, passengers and crew should set them free. Not doing so could lead to pain, bloating, indigestion, stress and even nausea, they said. According to the Sydney Morning Herald they concluded: "There is actually only one reasonable solution - just let it go." The medics did recognise that air cabin quality may be diminished for other passengers though. The gassy dilemma also applied to the cockpit and pilots, the specialists found. "If the pilot restrains a fart, all the drawbacks previously mentioned, including diminished concentration, may affect his abilities to control the airplane. If he lets go of the fart his co-pilot may be affected by its odour, which again reduces safety on board the flight." Barbie Bac also claims the pilots eat different meals - not to see who can produce the biggest back draft but so they don't both suffer another unfortunate bowel incident. "The commander and the copilot choose different meal options. One will choose chicken and the other will choose pasta," she says. This apparently is to lessen the chances of them both getting food poisoning, which would mean no one would be able to fly the plane - not ideal. "It's almost always the captain who makes the choice, and the copilot is the one who has to accept the alternative," explained Bacilieri, who works for a Spanish budget carrier.
Daily Mirror
06-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
Flight attendant shares reason lights are dimmed for take-off and landing
A flight attendant has shared the reason why the cabin lights are dimmed during take-off and landing on a plane, and why it's nothing to worry about and is just standard procedure If you've ever been on a night flight and the cabin crew has dimmed the lights for no apparent reason, it may leave you feeling a little uneasy. Suddenly, the plane is plunged into darkness, and if you're not in the know, you may not know that there's a reading light above your head to ensure you can see better. It can leave you sweaty-palmed and can set you on edge for the rest of take-off or landing. Most of the time, there will be a warning to let you know it's happening, but even then, it can get a little nerve-wracking because you won't realise the extent of how dark it gets. Then, when you're plunged into darkness, you're left desperately looking around, trying to figure out how everyone else is feeling about the situation. But there's no need to panic, and one flight attendant has shared the reasons why the cabin lights are dimmed during take-off and landing. Many passengers will assume it's a pointless exercise because the pilot isn't in the same part of the plane - but it's nothing to do with that. Barbara Bacilieri, also known as Barbie Bac, shares videos about her flight experience with her 2.65million YouTube subscribers. And the 29-year-old has confirmed the reason why take-off and landing are dark if you're on a night flight. A fan asked: "Why do planes dim the lights during take-off and landing?" Barbara confirmed that it's to "help your eyes adjust in case of an emergency evacuation," so you haven't been in bright lights previously if you need to get yourself out of the plane. Lights are dimmed in the cabin of aeroplanes during take-off and landing - especially at night or in low visibility conditions - for safety reasons. In the unlikely event of an emergency during take-off or landing, and passengers need to evacuate, their eyes will already be adjusted to the lower light levels outside the aircraft. This helps them see better and move more quickly if they need to find their way to exits. When the cabin lights are dim, the emergency lighting in the flooring also becomes far more visible, and it helps guide passengers to the exits in case of an emergency. Dimming the cabin lights reduces glare and reflections on windows, allowing passengers and crew to see outside more clearly. This can be important for situational awareness. It's also not the main reason; dimming lights can help conserve power for critical systems during important flight phases.
Irish Daily Mirror
05-07-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Flight attendant shares grim reason you should check hotel room item before use
Checking into a hotel room usually signals the start of some well-deserved relaxation. However, an experienced flight attendant has offered up a vital tip about a frequent hotel room amenity. Barbara Bacilieri from Argentina flies regularly for her job and is no stranger to hotel accommodations – yet she's come clean with some advice about something you probably overlook while making tea in your room. Barbara shared her travel wisdom on TikTok, cautioning followers to ALWAYS inspect the kettle's interior before using it to ensure it's spotless. She cautioned: "Always take a look inside the coffee pot. Before boiling water for making tea or coffee, think it through." The Argentinian stewardess's video created quite a stir as she laid bare that kettles have been used for odd jobs like washing undies and even as makeshift pots to cook sausages or for sterilising menstrual cups. When you next check into your hotel room, Barbara's experience suggests you should boil and rinse the kettle thoroughly first thing - just for peace of mind. She finishes off with a sly comment: "You weren't expecting this one, right? Just imagine how many other things guests do and we don't know." That's not all; Barbara also advises giving hotel beds a keen eyed once-over. Although they often look immaculate, appearances can be deceiving, reports the Mirror. The final cheeky tip of insight from her is: "Before getting into bed, lift the sheets. Check for bugs or socks that other guests may have left behind." The cabin crew member was gobsmacked at how far some guests go to swipe stuff from hotel rooms, and it's not just the tiny toiletry treats. "Some people believe that everything in the room is up for grabs, or they feel entitled because they've paid a hefty sum," she said. "Items like the batteries from the remote control or even worse, the light bulbs." She made it clear in her video that while you're free to use and pocket the tea, coffee, and sugar, don't think about nicking mugs and pillows. "You wouldn't believe how many guests nick the hotel pillows." And what about swiping hotel towels? "Loads of people have them at home." Barbara concluded with a cheeky aside, advising a glance into the hotel safe – you might strike it rich if "the previous guest forgot their millions."
Daily Mirror
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Flight attendant says you should make crucial hotel room item check before use
A flight attendant has shared the unexpected hotel appliance you should always check before using it - and you'll probably never look at it the same way again Checking into a hotel room often brings the joy of unwinding, but a seasoned flight attendant has shared a word of caution about a common hotel item. Barbara Bacilieri, from Argentina, is no stranger to hotel stays thanks to her flying career, yet she confessed there's one thing you might not consider when brewing up a cuppa in your room. Revealing all to her TikTok followers, Barbara insists you should ALWAYS peek inside the kettle to confirm it's clean before use. She warned: "Always take a look inside the coffee pot. Before boiling water for making tea or coffee, think it through." The Argentinian air hostess shocked viewers with claims that guests have used the kettle for bizarre purposes, from rinsing underwear and cooking sausages to cleaning menstrual cups! So, the next time you settle into your travel abode, make it a point to boil the kettle once and give it a good rinse prior to enjoying your brew. Barbara added: "You weren't expecting this one, right? Just imagine how many other things guests do and we don't know." But that's not all Barbara suggests scrutinising – she also points out the importance of inspecting the bed. While it may appear spotless, certainty is elusive. She advises: "Before getting into bed, lift the sheets. Check for bugs or socks that other guests may have left behind." The flight attendant expressed her astonishment at the lengths some guests go to pilfer items from hotel rooms, and we're not just talking about the complimentary mini toiletries. "Some people believe that everything in the room is up for grabs, or they feel entitled because they've paid a hefty sum," she remarked. "Items like the batteries from the remote control or even worse, the light bulbs." However, she clarified in the video that while tea, coffee and sugar are free to use and take, mugs and pillows certainly aren't. "You wouldn't believe how many guests nick the hotel pillows." And as for hotel towels? "Loads of people have them at home." Barbara ended on a humorous note, suggesting you should always check the hotel safe - you might just get lucky if "the previous guest forgot their millions."
