Flight attendant warns against wearing shorts or skirts on a plane

A pair of flight attendants told TikTok audiences to avoid wearing shorts, skirts, or dresses on planes, arguing that exposed skin increases contact with dirty surfaces on seats and seatbelts. Charity Nelms, a former Survivor contestant and flight attendant for 11 years, said she advises passengers to wear full pants so “none of your skin should be touching that seat,” noting what she has seen on seat areas. Cher Killoguh, based in Dallas, referenced an April flight involving four diaper changes performed on seats. The article also describes airline cleaning routines—turnaround, overnight, and periodic deep cleans—and notes that seatbelt fabric and metal parts are frequently touched and should be wiped.