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TheBlackAdder

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5. Petroleum Jelly in your nasal passages. (by a pilot since 1980)

Mon Jan 28, 2013, 01:38 AM

Jan 2013

It keeps them from drying that would stops your natural mucous defenses from working properly.

Also, drink water or juices but absolutely no alcohol from 6 hours before until after you wash your hands and face after the landing. The interiors of the plane are NOT really sanitized between flights. Do not touch your eyes or nose without using an alcohol wipe first.

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