Dry Eyes

Many people experience some sort of eye irritation during a long flight. Eye tissue is very fragile, and the low humidity of an aircraft cabin (usually less than 10%) tends to dry it out.

What To Do

• Drink plenty of water.
• Make sure you have taken any contact lenses out; they'll be very painful to wear if your eyes begin to dry out.
• Use lubricating eye drops.
• Avoid directing the air streams from the overhead ventilator straight at your face.
• Keep your eyes closed for as long as possible, even if you are not asleep.