It’s been a busy week – 18 flights in 6 days is enough to tire anyone out!

In fairness it has been a relatively non-eventful week. Mostly on time, and without incident – only the normal tiny and insignificant issues that we experience almost every day. Clue: p–seng–s!

Of course you would have all heard about the ‘Swine Flu’ outbreak that’s working its way around the world. In truth it has not affected us a great deal. We have had a few passengers wearing masks onboard, which amuses me for some reason…

With regards to us Flight Attendants, we have been asked to ‘do our bit’ by wearing gloves when taking rubbish from any passenger (especially tissues!), and by using anti-bacterial gel regularly. Basic hygiene standards should also – of course – be observed at all times.

I can’t say I’m that concerned about this strain of flu as it appears not to be causing serious illness for anyone outside of Mexico – but, it does make me think about how suscepticle to illness we are when spending 10 hours a day onboard an aircraft whilst coming into contact with 400+ passengers.

This week it has been difficult to ignore the slightest sneeze! When out on the service, all you can hear is passengers coughing and sneezing which would not normally register as a significant event – until this past week!

I flew from Madrid Barajas Airport today, and 2 of our passengers spent the entire 2 hours vomiting which always makes for a pleasant flight – note the hint of sarcasm…..

The joys of flying.

The good news is, 3 days off work now. Plus, it’s a bank holiday here in the UK tomorrow so I’m thinking some drinks are in order. I hope the sun decides to make an appearance as there is a beer garden waiting for me! It’ll probably rain all day now!

Anyway, it’s time for me to crawl into bed. Just noticed it’s 3am – guess time flies when you are having fun.

Speak soon – and I will attempt to write something more useful and insightful. I’ve got to stop posting when I’m so tired as it seems to result in inane ramblings rather than entertaining and/or informational posts………

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