I'm going to Argentina, is anyone else going?
2006-12-22 08:14:04 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ Air Travel
I fly 10 hours flights 1-2 times a year when I travel from Germany to Colorado and back again.
The best thing is to try not to worry or stress yourself. I know that seems hard not to, but the more you worry, the scarier it'll be.
When you taxi, you barely feel the plane move at all. At this point the cabin crew will tell you all you need to know about what to do in case of emergencies and such.
When the plane prepares for liftoff, it starts to go really fast down the runway, and then within 45 seconds you are up in the air. Things may seem a little wobbly at first, but that's just because of moving through the different altitudes. Your ears will pop as you climb through the altitudes also. (chewing gum, drinking something, swallowing, or yawning will alleviate the pressure.)
Once you are in the air, things will feel smooth. You will hear the humm of the engines, but that's normal, nothing to worry about. I actually find it relaxing. If there is turbulence, you might feel the plane wobble a little bit, but remember, planes are designed to withstand this, so take a deep breath and try not to think about it.
When you are approaching landing, your ears will pop as you descend through the altitudes (remember: chewing gum, drinking something, swallowing, or yawning will alleviate the pressure). You will feel the plane slow down and the cabin crew will prepare you for landing. When the plane touches down it kind of feels like a short jolt, and then you hear them cut the engines off and the plane slows down pretty fast.
From there, the plane will taxi to either the gate or the designation where a bus will pick you up. You wait for the plane to decompressurized a few moments before they start letting the passengers out. That was your flight.
Since it's a long flight, they will have in-flight movies and serve you two meals.
To entertain yourself:
- Bring along a few book, magazines, puzzles (such as crosswords or Sodoku if you like those).
- Bring along an iPod, MP3 player, or CD player to listen to music.
- A laptop is good to have as you can play games on it, connect to the internet, and get any work done that you may have.
- Try talking to the people next to you. Sometime you will meet some really interesting people, and forge friendships.
Be sure to wear comfy clothes so you can relax and enjoy the flight.
For information on what is and is not allowed on the plane go to the TSA website at: http://www.tsa.gov/
If I can be of any more assistance, feel free to contact me. Hope you have a good flight!
2006-12-22 23:22:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
it really is a lengthy flight so ? of route there's no incorrect thanks to holiday ? flying might want to be very relaxing ,regardless of if you're somewhat scared . basically loosen up ,do not difficulty about something , you'd be o.k. , the staff will be type to you , in case you meet someone who's keen to communicate ? try this .........in case you want interpreting ? convey some books . something to do and occupy you you've a demonstrate ,the position you may watch video clips , music the meal will also loosen up you ..........it does bypass through quickly .....take somewhat nap ....walk somewhat , they actually have newspapers from international places the decrease on flying is 35 weeks .......for some airways and 32 in some .......the hazards are very very low for you unborn baby 1000's of females holiday at the same time as pregnant ))
2016-10-16 21:13:24 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No ... but I have done that flight before. Bring a good book, and soon you will forget that you are in the air. Those flights tend to be at night, so if you sleep - most of the flight will pass before you even have a chance to think about it.
2006-12-22 08:18:54 · answer #3 · answered by kentata 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok this might help bring meds (if you need them if youre that terrified) a good book maybe a Ipod mp3 of cd player a sandwich and comfortable clothes and usally bring neck pillow of your own pillow. Flying is fun i was terrified but im not anymore. Good luck!
2006-12-22 09:20:31 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wine always helps ;) I always bring along an iPod so that I can listen to music. Now with the video iPods, you can watch some of your favorite shows. If you split up your time between a little music, a little video, dinner, some sleep, and a book time will pass quickly.
2006-12-22 08:31:37 · answer #5 · answered by maritoruiz 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its okay, 10 hours goes really fast on most modern airliners. If you are lucky enough to fly Virgin Atlantic you will get a choice of over 40 films of 1600 hours of music.
Think about arriving.
2006-12-22 08:24:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
bring along a good pair of warm soft sox and a good disposeable acrylic blanket and acouple of sandwiches, learn to relax, you`ll do just fine.
2006-12-22 08:23:41 · answer #7 · answered by robert r 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go see your doctor and have him give you some sedatives.
2006-12-22 08:22:13 · answer #8 · answered by S.A.M. Gunner 7212 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋