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Flight Precautions
Before Boarding Your Plane
[ A ] Avoid being delayed at the airport, call the airline before leaving to be sure the flight is scheduled to leave on time. Check-in counters close 45 mins prior to flight departures. To complete certain government formalities at the airport, prior to departure, passengers should arrive sufficiently in advance . Check-in times for individual flights should be enquired in advance from the airline's booking and airport offices. The time(s) shown on the flight coupon(s) is the departure time of the aircraft. Flights cannot be delayed for passengers arriving late for check-in and no responsibility can be accepted in such cases by airlines. The following documents are required to be produced at the time of check-in:
. Your airline ticket.
. Your passport containing a valid visa.
. Any other documents that may be required as per local regulations.
[ B ] Expectant Mothers: In the case of normal pregnancies, expectant mothers upto the 32nd week of pregnancy are allowed to fly in the normal manner.
. For pregnancies between the 32nd week and 35th week, the expectant mother is required to produce a certificate from her attending physician to state that it is a normal pregnancy and the mother is fit to travel by air.
. The passenger must also submit an Indemnity from the husband / father to indemnify the airline.
Inside Your Plane
[ A ] If you'd like a better seat on your flight be sure to ask at check-in. Bulk-head and exit-row seats are usually last to be assigned and may be available.
[ B ] Being prepared could save your life! When boarding your fight, always note the emergency exits in relation to your seat.
[ C ] Need to alleviate ear pressure when flying? Place a hot cloth in cup and hold it over your ear. Try it, it works!
[ D ] Using your laptop in-flight? Since different airlines need different adapters, you'll need to bring a PowerXtender, a PowerCharger, and an Auto/Air Adapter to be "plugged in".
[ E ] Immobility associated with long journeys can be uncomfortable. There are many measures travelers can and should take-from drinking adequate fluids to performing in-seat exercises - to make trips more pleasant. Those measures also may reduce the risk of developing a serious condition known as Deep Vein Thrombosis ( DVT ). A rare condition, DVT has been associated with prolonged immobility, which can be the result of activities such as watching a movie, working in a job that requires you to remain seated for prolonged intervals, and many forms of extended travel. This condition can result in blood clots forming in the legs and then moving to vital organs of the body. While DVT may affect individuals with abnormal blood flow, blood vessels, or blood composition more frequently, all travelers should be aware of the importance of moving their lower limbs. As two of the major causes are immobility and dehydration, you can do quite a lot to reduce these, and hence minimize your risk of getting DVT. If you're planning a long flight and are being treated for a medical condition, please see your doctor. Some do's while taking a long flight :
. Avoid crossing your legs for long periods.
. Avoid wearing tight clothing around the upper thighs and body.
. Drink a lot of water and juices during the flight. Drink coffee, tea and alcohol only in moderation as these are diuretics and may cause the body to dehydrate.
. Periodically perform a few exercises.
. Get up and walk at least once every two hours.