When it comes to flying, I’d much rather experience too many regulations than too few. Some we might consider a bit silly and outdated, like mandating ashtrays on board even though smoking’s banned, are actually a lot smarter than we realise.
But I’ll admit that even I get a bit confused when airlines don’t allow people to use the plane’s loo before takeoff. I never understood it – after all, I thought, it’s not like the plane’s moving.
So, what’s the deal?
Why can’t you use a plane’s toilet before takeoff?
Speaking to Metro, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which regulates plane safety in the UK, said there aren’t actually any laws stopping you from taking a pre-flight tinkle while the plane’s stationary on the ground.
But, they added, some airlines adopt...
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