february-2011

your wellbeing onboard
SAFETY, SECURITY & COMFORT
CARRY-ON BAGGAGE
Rules are needed to protect you from the
threat of liquid explosives. Liquids, aerosols
or gels (LAGs) must be in containers with a
maximum capacity of not more than 100ml
each. LAGs in containers larger than 100ml
will not be accepted, even if the container is
partially filled. Containers must be placed in
a transparent resealable plastic bag with a
maximum capacity not exceeding one litre.
You are only allowed one plastic bag. You may
still carry on board prescription medicines.
Baby products and non-prescription
medicines that you need for the flight are
also allowed. Proof of need may be required.
Please note: These restrictions do not apply to
checked-in baggage.
SAFETY FIRST
Use of mobile phones and electronic devices
are allowed up until aircraft’s doors are
closed. However, if aircraft is parked at a
remote bay, mobile phones and electronic
devices must be switched off as soon
as passengers board the aircraft. If your
mobile phone has a flight mode capability,
switch it to flight mode before turning if
off. Please ask the cabin crew for an infant
seatbelt if your child is under two years of
age. Return the infant seatbelt to our cabin
crew on disembarkation. Seatbelts must
be fastened during take-off, landing and
when you are seated in case your aircraft
encounters turbulence. Luggage must be
stored in the overhead locker or under the
seat in front of you. The back of your seat
must be upright and the tray table fastened
when the aircraft is taking off and landing.
Please remain seated after landing until the
aircraft has come to a complete stop and
the Fasten Seat Belt sign is switched off.
Sleeping on the aircraft floor is not permitted.
Please read the safety instruction card in
your seat pocket, noting emergency exits
and location of life jackets. Please watch
the safety demonstration prior to take-off.
In an emergency, the crew will give specific
instructions. They may speak assertively and
will require your cooperation.
SMOKING
Government regulations prohibit smoking on
100 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2011
all flights. There are smoke detectors in all
toilets and penalties for regulation breaches.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BLOOD
CIRCULATION AND MUSCLE
RELAXATION DURING FLIGHTS
If you have concerns about your health and
flying, Jetstar Asia recommends you seek
medical advice before flying. When you’re
sitting upright and are inactive for a long
period, several things can happen:
• The central blood vessels in your legs can be
compressed, making it harder for your heart
to pump.
• Muscles can become tense, resulting in
backaches and a feeling of excessive fatigue
during and even after the flight.
• The normal body mechanism for returning
fluid to the heart can be inhibited and
gravity can cause fluid to collect in your feet,
resulting in swollen feet after a long flight.
• Some studies have concluded that prolonged
immobility may be a risk factor in the
formation of blood clots in the legs – Deep
Vein Thrombosis (DVT). Particular medical
conditions may increase the risk of formation
of blood clots if associated with prolonged
immobility. Medical research indicates that
factors which may give you an increased risk
of DVT include:
• Personal or family history of DVT
• Recent surgery or injury, especially to the
lower limbs or abdomen
• Blood disorders leading to increased
clotting tendency
• If you are older than 40
• Oestrogen hormone therapy, including oral
contraceptives
• Pregnancy
• Tobacco smoking
• Former or current malignant
disease
• Obesity
• Dehydration
• Heart problems
• Varicose veins
Compression stockings can assist in
preventing swelling of the ankles and feet
and they may improve the blood return
to the body from the lower legs. These
stockings can be purchased from medical
and surgical supply companies and need
to be individually fitted to you. During your
flight, move your legs and feet three or four
minutes per hour, and move about.
CABIN PRESSURE
If you are suffering nasal congestion, an
ear infection or allergies, Jetstar Asia
recommends seeking medical advice before
flying. A cold, flu or hay fever can impair your
sinuses. Swollen membranes in your nose
could block the Eustachian tubes between
your nasal passages and your middle ear
chamber. This can cause discomfort during
changes in cabin pressure, particularly during
the aircraft’s descent.
• To “clear” your ears, try swallowing and/or
yawning. This helps open your Eustachian
tubes, equalising the pressure between your
middle ear chamber and throat.
• When you are flying with an infant, give them
a dummy or feed them during the aircraft’s
descent. Sucking and swallowing will help
the infant equalise the pressure in their ears.
CABIN HUMIDITY / DEHYDRATION
Humidity levels of less than 25 percent are
common in the aircraft cabin. This is due
to the low humidity levels of the outside air
supplied to the cabin. Low humidity can cause
drying of the nose, throat and eyes and it can
irritate wearers of contact lenses. Try these:
• Drink water frequently.
• Drink coffee, tea and alcohol only
in moderation.
• Remove contact lenses and wear glasses if
your eyes are irritated.
• Use a moisturiser to refresh skin.
MOTION SICKNESS
This is caused by a conflict between the
body’s senses of vision and equilibrium. Air
turbulence increases its likelihood because it
can cause movement of fluid in the vestibular
apparatus of the inner ear. If you have good
visual cues (keeping your eyes fixed on a
non-moving object), motion sickness is less
likely to occur.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Complimentary meals/refreshments are
served on all Yangon (3K coded) and Indonesia
(VF coded) flights.