Can you still hear with EarPlanes?

EarPlanes also act as noise suppression ear plugs. Many users report that EarPlanes seem to filter out much of the objectionable high frequency noise generated by aircraft engines. Most importantly though, airline flight safety announcements may still be heard (and headsets worn) by users.



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EarPlanes can be used by anyone, they block out general cabin noise and help your ear drums manage pressure changes. They are especially helpful for people with eustachian tube issues & people with colds and allergies, as they inhibit natural pressure adjustments from the sinuses.

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For best results, ALWAYS insert EarPlanes one Hour BEFORE landing. Remove AFTER landing and when cabin door is opened. Chronic sufferers may ALSO insert EarPlanes just BEFORE takeoff. EarPlanes may be removed when the airplane reaches MAXIMUM altitude and reinserted one hour BEFORE landing.

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It's recommended to wear the earplugs the entire flight, up until the airplane has landed and the cabin has been depressurized.

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Other expert tips to avoid ear pain while flying If you can, stay awake during ascent and descent. Drink lots of fluids in-flight to stay hydrated. Yawn, yawn, yawn. Try EarPlanes, which are specially designed ear plugs that have a filter to equalize pressure.

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Many people feel pressure or a blockage in their ears when they fly, especially during takeoff and landing. While this is usually nothing more than a minor inconvenience that resolves fairly quickly, it becomes a much riskier endeavor if you or your child is flying with an ear infection.

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Thankfully there are several steps you can take to protect your hearing during the flight: Use earplugs or noise-canceling headphones. Both of these can help block out sound and can make your flight more peaceful. Headphones can let you listen to music or watch movies to pass the time.

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EarPlanes are designed to be used on one round-trip flight. Just put them in before takeoff, remove them when you get to the maximum flying altitude (if you like you can just leave them in throughout the flight) and put them back in about an hour before landing, for a comfortable, pain-free flight.

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I definitely recommend these for anyone who feels discomfort in their ears when they fly, follow the instructions and if you want you can chew gum and yawn for good measure like I did. You'll also want to clean the earwax off so bring some tissues, if you don't have one just ask the flight attendant to get you one.

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But the pain is only temporary — it won't cause any lasting problems for kids and usually will ease within a few minutes as the Eustachian tubes open to let the air pressure equalize on both sides of the eardrums.

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So, we know they work great - but how many times can you reuse EarPlanes ear plugs? The answer is: it depends, but at least a few. EarPlanes are reusable several times with frequent washing and storage, using common sense as a guide.

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Treat congestion before your trip
If you're congested from allergies or an upper respiratory infection, it's important to do what you can to resolve the congestion before you fly. Common treatments for congestion include antihistamines, decongestants, and nasal steroid sprays.

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There are several effective methods to reducing or eliminating airplane ear, either before or after pain starts. Take an antihistamine, oral decongestant, or nasal decongestant spray about 30 to 45 minutes before the flight.

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