Flying attire (warrants repeating).

It's not just enough to say wear comfortable clothing when flying, as comfortable takes on a different meaning for some travelers. Wear loose fitting clothes with elastic waists, take along a sweater or jacket in case it's chilly. Wear low heel shoes for both comfort and safety. It's best not to travel in shorts, short sleeves, bare mid-drifts or flammable materials (need I say more?). If business travel is a must (for women), that may mean wearing nylons; try support hose to help reduce leg swelling. Take a pair of short cotton socks along to slip on if you remove your shoes.

My husband is a pilot who has some very sensible rules about what to wear when traveling by air. Fire is the greatest danger in any type of air mishap and he has taught me to dress defensively. Wear long pants and a long-sleeved shirt to protect arms and legs. Wear fabrics that don't melt, and cover feet with socks and wear closed heel and closed toe shoes. Carla C., Nashville, TN.