A former flight attendant with seven years of experience has issued a stark warning to passengers about a common mistake involving tray tables on planes. Cher Killough, a US-based content creator known for her TikTok videos under the handle @Cherdallas, shared three things she would never do while flying, and her advice has resonated with many travelers.
Never Eat Off the Tray Table
Cher's primary tip is to avoid eating directly off the tray table. She expressed astonishment at how often people feed their children snacks on the bare surface. 'Do y'all know how many people rub their toes on there? Do you know how many dirty diapers get changed and they set it on the tray table while they wait to hand it to us?' she said in her video. She emphasized that despite regulations, passengers frequently misuse the tray table for unsanitary purposes.
Additional Tips for a Cleaner Flight
Cher also advised against walking barefoot on the plane or removing shoes while seated. She explained that the carpet is rarely thoroughly cleaned, with incidents like vomit being only superficially addressed. 'If you want a foot fungus, feel free to rub your toes on that, but I'm never doing that myself,' she added.
Her third tip is to avoid using the toilet during meal service. She warned that passengers can get trapped between carts, causing discomfort for themselves and inconvenience for crew and fellow passengers.
Viewer Reactions
In response to her video, viewers shared their own solutions. One suggested using anti-bacterial wipes to clean surfaces, while another recommended wearing shoes at all times and using rubberized socks at the seat.
