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'Can I carry mangoes on domestic flights in India?'

May 21, 2026 4:59 pm

Interestingly, the only fruit explicitly banned by Indian aviation security is dry coconut, also called copra,

Travelling with medication: Why your regular pills could get flagged at airport customs

May 13, 2026 6:13 pm

People with diabetes, thyroid disorders, blood pressure issues, asthma, or heart conditions should ideally bring a little extra medication in case of travel delays, but within reasonable limits

Don’t post that boarding pass: Aviation expert says a single picture is enough to ruin your flight and identity

April 30, 2026 4:00 pm

Security is not only the responsibility of systems. It is also about personal vigilance

Sunscreen at 30,000 feet: Why window seats increase your UV exposure

April 23, 2026 9:30 am

At 30,000–40,000 feet, the atmosphere is thinner, so less UV is filtered out compared to ground level, said Dr Shareefa Chause, dermatologist, Dr Shareefa Skin Care Clinic, Mumbai

'RR' stamp on boarding pass: What it means for your next flight from India

April 16, 2026 5:00 pm

According to the expert, the selection is algorithm-driven and purely random

This is why you can’t just walk back from the aerobridge

March 05, 2026 3:00 pm

Even in the case of emergencies, a de-boarding process involves procedures and paperwork that involve not only the airline security but airport security

The SSSS Secret: What to do if your boarding pass has this mystery code

February 12, 2026 4:04 pm

If you see 'SSSS' on your pass, try to get to the airport at least 30–45 minutes earlier than usual

Neurologists dismiss claims suggesting in-flight entertainment screens emit EMF, need to wear cap on planes: 'These exploit fear, not science'

April 08, 2026 10:02 am

If airplane EMF were dangerous, crew would be the first affected, reasoned Dr Sudhir Kumar, consultant neurologist, considering pilots and cabin crew spend thousands of hours per year in the aircraft environment