Contaminated air on planes linked to crew ill-health, study finds

Flying a plane should come with a hazard warning, according to researchers, after a study found a link between contaminated air and the health of the crew. A new study led by the University of Stirling is said to be the first of its kind to look in depth at the health of those suspected to have been exposed to contaminated air during their work. It showed a clear link between being exposed to air supplies contaminated by engine oil and other aircraft fluids, and a variety of health problems, researchers said. The scientists examined more than 200 aircrew and found many had been exposed to a number of substances through aircrafts’ contaminated air. They uncovered a clear pattern of acute and chronic symptoms, ranging from headaches and dizziness to breathing and vision problems. <br/>