International Study of Risk-Mitigating Factors and In-Flight Allergic Reactions to Peanut and Tree Nut

In-flight allergic emergencies

“…Measures to avoid peanut and tree nut exposure for peanut and tree nut allergic individuals have resulted in lower odds of in-flight SAR from these foods (Table 3) [27, 28]. Since these measures may be difficult to implement, can cause discomfort for some passengers, and result in higher costs of travel, airlines and some travelers might be reluctant to implement them.…”

“…Announcement that passengers do not eat peanut/tree nut containing goods8. Not consuming airline-provided food a Modified from reference [28] …”

Food Allergy: Psychosocial Impact and Public Policy Implications

“…Although few studies have evaluated food-allergic reactions during air travel, reports exist of allergic reactions to peanut while in-flight [30] . A recent international survey found that 349 inflight peanut/tree nut reactions were reported among 3,273 respondents from 11 countries [30] .…”

“…A recent international survey found that 349 inflight peanut/tree nut reactions were reported among 3,273 respondents from 11 countries [30] . Policy regarding food allergy management during air travel varies among airline carriers and countries.…”

“…In the U.S., the management of foodallergic passengers is at each airline's individual discretion. Meanwhile, the Canadian Transportation Agency required Air Canada (but not other Canadian carriers), upon advance request, to implement peanut/tree nut-free buffer zones around allergic passengers [30] .…”