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Originally Posted by k1052
Air New Zealand going to do AKL-ORD 3-5 times a week starting in November.
Quantas possibly/probably to announce directs to Brisbane.
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It's legit.
These flights are really reaching out there with these new jets. Flying that long is a health risk for getting a
DVT's and PE's. So I get the idea of getting some exercise or at least getting up an moving during a ultra long flight.
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dvt/travel.html
Those at a higher risk.
Most people who develop travel-associated blood clots have one or more other risks for blood clots, such as:
•Older age (risk increases after age 40)
•Obesity (body mass index [BMI] greater than 30kg/m2)
•Recent surgery or injury (within 3 months)
•Use of estrogen-containing contraceptives (for example, birth control pills, rings,patches)
•Hormone replacement therapy (medical treatment in which hormones are given to reduce the effects of menopause)
•Pregnancy and the postpartum period (up to 6 weeks after childbirth)
•Previous blood clot or a family history of blood clots
•Active cancer or recent cancer treatment
•Limited mobility (for example, a leg cast)
•Catheter placed in a large vein
•Varicose veins
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
About half of people with DVT have no symptoms at all. The following are the most common symptoms of DVT that occur in the affected part of the body (usually the leg or arm):
1.Swelling of your leg or arm
2.Pain or tenderness that you can’t explain
3.Skin that is warm to the touch
4.Redness of the skin
If you have any of these symptoms, contact your doctor as soon as possible.
Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
You can have a PE without any symptoms of a DVT. Symptoms of a PE can include:
1.Difficulty breathing
2.Faster than normal or irregular heartbeat
3.Chest pain or discomfort, which usually worsens with a deep breath or coughing
4.Anxiety
5.Coughing up blood
6.Lightheadedness, or fainting
If you have any of these symptoms, seek medical help immediately.
Protect Yourself and Reduce Your Risk of Blood Clots During Travel
•Know what to look for. Be alert to the signs and symptoms of blood clots.
•Talk with your doctor if you think you may be at risk for blood clots. If you have had a previous blood clot, or if a family member has a history of blood clots or an inherited clotting disorder, talk with your doctor to learn more about your individual risks.
•Move your legs frequently when on long trips and exercise your calf muscles to improve the flow of blood. If you’ve been sitting for a long time, take a break to stretch your legs. Extend your legs straight out and flex your ankles (pulling your toes toward you). Some airlines suggest pulling each knee up toward the chest and holding it there with your hands on your lower leg for 15 seconds, and repeat up to 10 times. These types of activities help to improve the flow of blood in your legs.
•If you are at risk, talk with your doctor to learn more about how to prevent blood clots. For example, some people may benefit by wearing graduated compression stockings.
•If you are on blood thinners, also known as anticoagulants, be sure to follow your doctor’s recommendations on medication use.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/artic...long-haul-push
Qantas Eyes Chicago for New Ultra-Long-Haul Flight From Australia
By
Christopher Jasper
March 27, 2018 2:00 PM
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Australian airline mulls Midwest city for route from Brisbane
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Qantas Airways Ltd. is evaluating direct flights from Australia to Chicago as the next step in its plan to add more ultra-long-haul destinations using an expanding fleet of Boeing Co. 787 jetliners.
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https://www.smh.com.au/business/comp...27-p4z6l2.html
Cargo class: Qantas CEO reveals 'out there' options for super long haul flights
By Latika Bourke & Patrick Hatch
28 March 2018 — 8:35am
The Qantas CEO has revealed to a private audience of Australian and British professionals in London that the airline is exploring an entirely new class which would be situated in the cargo hold.
The giant space could involve train-like berths and allow a space for cooped-up passengers to stretch and walk around in an exercise area.
One of the concepts that we have is maybe if we're not carrying freight you do something lower where cargo is on the aircraft, do you have an area where people can walk? Do you have berths like on a train?
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