Why Do I Get Bloated and Gassy When Flying on an Airplane?

Why Do I Get Bloated and Gassy When Flying on an Airplane?

1. Introduction Bloating and gas during a flight occur because the ambient air pressure inside a commercial airplane cabin is significantly lower than atmospheric pressure at sea level. According to the fundamental laws of physics, as outside environmental pressure drops, the volume of an enclosed gas expands. Consequently, the existing gases trapped within the loops … Read more