20 Strange But True Airplane Facts That Pilots Keep To Themselves

16. The Dry Air

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There are many factors that make traveling with airplanes unpleasant for those that dislike spending time on air. Except for the lack of space and the turbulence, another factor that contributes is the dry air. You may haven’t noticed it, but for many, this affects their comfort. “You may have noticed how your hands get dry and your throat feels like sandpaper when you fly. That’s because the pressurized air in the cabin is kept below bone-dry 20% humidity — just about the average humidity of the Sahara,” a specialist said.

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