What to Never Wear on a Plane, From a Flight Attendant
Fabrics that don’t breathe
The National Transportation Safety Board reports that 68 percent of plane crash fatalities occur in post-crash fires, not in the initial impact—learn how to survive a plane crash here. To be on the safe side, avoid extremely flammable synthetic fibers like polyester and nylon. They are not ideal travel companions anyway because they don’t allow air to circulate.
Wear instead: Natural fabrics such as cotton, silk, wool, or linen will allow air and moisture to pass through. Moisture-wicking man-made fabrics are also an equally savvy option.
