Why does my stomach drop on an airplane?

Answer: The sensation of slowing down is really one of slowing the rate of acceleration; this is due to reducing the thrust after takeoff to the climb setting. The sensation of “dropping” comes from the retraction of the flaps and slats. The rate of climb is reduced, causing it to feel like a descent.



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At this g-force, anything that isn't bolted to the plane, including your stomach, will float momentarily because the turbulence causes the plane to accelerate downward faster than gravity does.

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As cabin pressure falls while flying, gas starts to expand. As a result, you may feel pressure in your stomach or digestive system. Gas and bloating are common. Bloating occurs when food is not digested properly.

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Some things you can do:
  1. Avoid having a full stomach when flying. The less weight you have in your stomach, the less force you should feel.
  2. Fly out of airports with longer runways, or that don't have buildings or ritzy neighborhoods at the end of the runway. ...
  3. Where possible, choose long-haul flights that are mostly full.


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In an airplane the exact same thing is happening only it is in a vertical direction instead of a horizontal direction like in the car. What you are feeling is your stomach floating up a little inside your body, because while the seat belt is holding you down, it doesn't hold your stomach in place!

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Belly - This is the area located in the bottom of the plane where your luggage is stored. Cargo - Any type of goods that a plane is carrying, including suitcases, golf bags and boxes. Cockpit - Area located at the front of the plane where the Pilot and Co-Pilot sit.

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You may feel discomfort and notice minor swelling in your abdomen area as well. Luckily jet belly shouldn't last more than one week after you land and can be relieved using different techniques and by taking natural supplements.

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You are scared of all those “what ifs” which we encounter when we are nervous. There is more risk in a take-off than landing. The aircraft is heavy with fuel & has no speed or altitude, whereas, in landing the aircraft is light, has tons of speed & is already flying.

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There are a number of effects altitude and airplane travel have on the body, including oxygen deprivation, alteration of sleep patterns, and an increased risk of contracting contagious diseases.

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While pilots can't actually see turbulence, they often know what is coming up, thanks to reports from other planes, weather reports, and radar equipment. However, clear air turbulence (severe turbulence occurring in cloudless areas) can sometimes catch pilots off guard.

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The worst seats on an airplane for turbulence are the jump seats in the back of the plane, where the flight attendants sit, followed by the passenger seats towards the back of the aircraft.

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While pilots can't actually see turbulence, they often know what is coming up, thanks to reports from other planes, weather reports, and radar equipment. However, clear air turbulence (severe turbulence occurring in cloudless areas) can sometimes catch pilots off guard.

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Takeoff and landing are widely considered the most dangerous parts of a flight.

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It's possible that traveler's diarrhea may stem from the stress of traveling or a change in diet. But usually infectious agents — such as bacteria, viruses or parasites — are to blame. You typically develop traveler's diarrhea after ingesting food or water contaminated with organisms from feces.

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Traveler's diarrhea is a digestive tract disorder that commonly causes loose stools and stomach cramps. It's caused by eating contaminated food or drinking contaminated water. Fortunately, traveler's diarrhea usually isn't serious in most people — it's just unpleasant.

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Travellers' diarrhoea is one of the most common health issues experienced during travel. It can be caused by many different germs like bacteria (E. coli, Salmonella), viruses (norovirus) and parasites (Giardia).

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On the morning of your flight, take a cup of hot water and some lemon and squeeze it in, she said. Celery, though not everyone's cup of tea, is the key ingredient. I know it looks so gross, celery, but believe me it is the best thing. I always mix it up with some cucumber and some lemon.

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Eat Light. Contrary to popular belief, flying on an empty stomach doesn't help you combat air sickness. In fact, an empty stomach actually exacerbates symptoms. Eat a light meal such as crackers, fruit, and other light snacks.

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Why do I gain weight flying? All those pounds are mostly water weight. The reason for the five-pound “gain” is water retention.

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Travel: For some people, sitting for a long time in a car or airplane can cause fluid retention. The lack of circulation allows fluid to build up; however, the swelling usually goes away in a day or two.

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