Virgin and Qatar Airways flight attendant explains the gross act some customers do

A former flight attendant has spoken out about the lasting trauma he still carries from shocking incidents he experienced while working in the skies.

The Australian man worked for both Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, the latter regularly ranked as the world’s best airline, shared his story on a podcast.

He recalled a particularly distressing flight to India while working for Qatar Airways, where passengers defecated on the bathroom floor. 

Dealing with really unhygienic people, oh my God, he said.

Some of them dont know how to use the western toilets so they just s*** on the floor.

Why would you defecate on the f**** bathroom floor instead of using the f**** toilet to take a s***.

I remember specifically putting the s*** in the trash and I vomited because it was so foul.

Many flight attendants responded on social media and said such incidents are not uncommon on certain routes. 

A former flight attendant has spoken out about the lasting trauma he still carries fromshocking incidents he experienced while working in the skies (pictured)

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Im a flight attendant and I promise you this happens more often than you think, one person said.

As an ex-Qatar Airways flight attendant, this happened way more often than you think, another said.

Perhaps during the safety instructions, how to use the bathroom should be explained, a third said.

People may not know how to use toilets due to a variety of factors, including cultural differences,  physical disabilities, or psychological factors.

In many parts of the world, access to toilets and proper sanitation is limited. This can lead to open defecation and a lack of familiarity with how to use modern toilets.

Cultural differences also play a role. Some communities have specific hygiene practices or beliefs that differ from Western norms, including how toilets are used and cleaned.

Additionally, some individuals may have a fear or discomfort around public toilet seats, leading them to avoid using them altogether.

Airplane toilets can be especially challenging for some passengers.

Their compact design, unfamiliar flushing mechanisms, and confined space can be intimidating - particularly for infrequent travelers or those with anxiety about public spaces.

Not all passengers are aware of proper toilet etiquette or how to operate the facilities. This includes locking the door, flushing correctly, and disposing of waste properly.

Passengers may not realise they’re expected to clean up after themselves, or they may simply choose not to.