"Passenger Who Didn't Flush Airplane Toilet... Flight Attendants Know Exactly Who It Is"

One inspection per passenger use is the principle
The area is dirtiest just before takeoff and before arrival at the destination

A flight attendant has sparked a buzz by revealing that they can identify which passenger used the airplane restroom messily. Netizen A, who has been working as a flight attendant for about 10 years, posted a complaint on their social media (SNS) about the difficulties they faced while cleaning the airplane restroom. A said, "Cleaning the restroom is a task that flight attendants must do during the flight." They added, "Toilet paper rolls must be folded into triangles like in hotel restrooms, and wiping water stains off the sink and mirror is basic. We also have to clean up any waste splattered on the floor."

A flight attendant has revealed that they can identify which passenger used the airplane restroom messily, sparking public interest. Netizen A, who has been working as a flight attendant for about 10 years, posted a complaint on their social media (SNS) about the difficulties experienced while cleaning the airplane restroom.
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A explained, "This entire process is not a one-time thing. To maintain restroom cleanliness, it must be checked once after each passenger uses it throughout the flight. That is the service manual." They added, "Because flight attendants check every time, they can easily identify passengers who do not clean up after themselves properly." A then shared an actual experience.

They said, "I noticed a passenger closing the restroom door, and when I opened it to clean, I was shocked by the scene." They continued, "The passenger did not flush after using the restroom, leaving the waste as it was, and pieces of used toilet paper were scattered all over the floor." They also said, "There was even spit left in the sink." They commented, "Although civic awareness has improved a lot, it still seems very lacking when it comes to restroom use." Every time they see such scenes, A said they want to ask, "Sir/Madam, do you use it like this at home?"

Netizens responded to the story with comments such as, "I didn't know they clean after each individual use," "Civic awareness is still lacking in public places used by everyone," and "Aren't people from other countries even worse than Koreans?"

"Avoid Using Airplane Restrooms Just Before Takeoff and Arrival"

Earlier in March, a former British flight attendant explained in a recent interview with a UK media outlet that passengers should try to avoid using the airplane restroom just before takeoff and immediately before arrival at the destination. The photo is not related to the specific content of the article. [Photo by Pixabay]

Earlier in March, a former British flight attendant explained in an interview with a UK media outlet that passengers should try to avoid using the airplane restroom just before takeoff and right before arriving at the destination. Former flight attendant B, who worked for a major airline, said, "If it is a long-haul flight, it is best not to use the restroom just before takeoff and near the end of the flight," adding, "These are the busiest times for the restroom, so the chances of it being dirty are highest."

For the same reason, the time right after turbulence is also not suitable for restroom use. During turbulence, all passengers must remain seated. Therefore, once the seatbelt sign is turned off, many passengers tend to head to the restroom. On the other hand, B recommended using the restroom before the in-flight meal is served. B explained, "The nutritional value of in-flight meals is not very high," and "They can be greasy and high in salt and fat, which might not be good for digestive health or bowel movements." They added, "If the meal causes discomfort, passengers might need to use the restroom afterward, so it might be better to go before the meal."

Finally, B said, "Airlines want to minimize the aircraft's ground time at airports and quickly deploy it for the next flight," adding, "Sometimes, due to lack of time or other priorities, it can be difficult to thoroughly clean the restrooms." Meanwhile, airplane restrooms have no windows, so ventilation is not optimal. This means traces left by previous users remain, making the restroom less than perfectly pleasant. In such cases, it is recommended to wear a mask while using the restroom whenever possible.