Does it have something to do with the altitude affecting certain organs, or is it entirely unrelated?
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The air within the plane is dry and warm. It is intentionally kept that way to minimize the effects of corrosion on the metal parts within the plane.
Some of the newer planes are using more carbon fiber in their construction which means that the ambient humidity in the plane can be raised without risking damage to the plane itself.
Dehydration is a contributing factor of jet lag. Also, consumption of alcohol while flying adds to the dehydration. To combat the effects of dehydration, the staff aboard the plane encourage frequent consumption of non-dehydrating liquids.
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