Why lights are always dimmed by flight crew when planes take off and land
A FLIGHT attendant has revealed why crew dim the lights whenever planes take off and land.
Sue Fogwell, who worked for United Airlines as cabin crew, revealed that employees will turn the lights down for a very important purpose.
"The lights in the cabin are dimmed at dusk and when it's dark out, so your eyesight can adjust in order to more easily evacuate the aircraft," she revealed.
Transitioning from a bright environment to a dark one can take time for our eyes to get used to.
It is believed that it can take anywhere from 20 minutes to half an hour for our pupils to fully acclimatise.
Therefore, in the unlikely event of a mid-flight evacuation, you can be sure that your eyesight will be as sharp as it can be to ensure a quick escape.
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This is because it's easier "to see the floor lights that lead to exits" - according to Fogwell.
Similarly, if it's bright outside, flight attendants will turn the cabin lights on so you're not blinded as you exit the plane.
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Tray tables: They first turned her attention to tray tables - something that passengers usually think little about which are usually used for food consumption or being a resting spot for personal items and electronic devices.
They said: "Given their multifunctional use and the fact that cleaning crews often have limited time between flights, tray tables may not receive a thorough cleaning, leading to a significant buildup of bacteria and viruses.
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