While long-haul flights may be taxing, typically from one part of the world to another, luxury aircraft entails world-class facilities to ensure comfortable, hassle-free flight journeys for passengers. Such flights have collectively increased accessibility to cities and towns across the globe, allowing individuals to reach distant lands in relatively short periods. Today, several passengers board long-haul flights for commercial purposes and leisure. So, let’s take a look at some surprising facts about these flights:

Almost every aircraft has some minor defect
The sensors in a plane provide information to the team on the ground about any defects or problems in the aircraft. It has been observed that there are some minor defects in almost every aircraft, such as the jamming of a window. In case of significant issues, the team posted on the ground can directly contact the pilots.

Flight attendants have a secret chamber
Unbeknown to most long-haul flights, almost all have a secret room dedicated to flight attendants. This room helps flight attendants rest and avoid unruly passengers. They can access the cockpit and comprise bunks. Some of them entail business-class seats and a washroom.

You may be traveling with a rhino
No, it is not just a dog or cat taken on a flight. Sometimes, larger animals like one-horned rhinos are also taken on-board long-haul flights in the cargo hold. Passengers typically do not realize they are traveling with such exotic animals on board.

Flight delays cost airlines $8 billion each year
Passengers who are late for a flight are just some who bear the brunt of the inconvenience. Most airlines call the passenger on their phones a few minutes before take-off. If the passenger still doesn’t arrive, their luggage must be tracked down and removed from the flight. Flight delays cost the airline sector approximately $8 billion annually.

There’s a reason why food tastes bland on board
When flights reach high altitudes, typically up to 42,000 feet above sea level, the humidity levels plummet considerably, reducing air moisture and pressure. Therefore, passengers need help understanding the taste of food while on board. For this reason, most airlines serve spicy and salty foods on flights.