Dying from Flying

[Uncle Pug]

Check this out:
http://www.thescotsman.co.uk/uk.cfm?id=1722862001
Maybe first class seating should be factored into a dive trip's expense.

 

[Rick Murchison]

It may not make you your neighbor's favorite, but when flying on a long trip it is wise to get up and move around a little every hour or two. If you explain the dangers of DVT to your neighbors they'll likely be more tolerant, and even join you for your periodic leg stretches.
Rick

 

[Natasha]

Very interesting. I hadn't heard about this, before you posted it. Thanks for sharing it. It's very sad for the family. And she was so young.
The Scotsman looks like a good publication. I saved it in my favorite places.

 

[Zagnut]

This has alot to do with why some airlines have removed a couple rows of seats to allow for more leg room. Sure, it's to give you more comfort, but also to keep the airlines out of potential lawsuits. They say in addition to getting up every hour or two, you should flex your leg muscles every so often while you sit in your seat. Stretch your toes up and curl them down and move and rotate your ankles and bend and straighten your knees if you can. It helps to keep your circulation circulating. Removing a couple of rows of seats gives you a little more room to do these legs excercises.