Blocks tray or screen of person behind you? I will be on a 10+ hour flight soon and this pillow looked great but I read that it blocks the tray or screen of the person behind you, anyone find this to be the case?I will be traveling with American Airlines and British Airways. Blocks tray or screen of person behind you? I will be on a 10+ hour flight soon and this pillow looked great but I read that it blocks the tray or screen of the person behind you, anyone find this... » Read More Blocks tray or screen of person behind you? I will be on a 10+ hour flight soon and this pillow looked great but I read that it blocks the tray or screen of the person behind you, anyone find this to be the case?I will be traveling with American Airlines and British Airways. « Show Less
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There are several ways to use this pillow. In most cases it will not block the screen or tray table, but if it does, the pillow can be used an alternate way (which 50% of users prefer anyway). Additionally, most airplanes now have the bendable "wings" behind your head which makes a perfect place to loop the cord around and stabilize the Travelrest Pillow. Please see our instructional video on our website to get an idea on how to use it both ways. http://www.travelrest.net/Travelrest-Pillow-Videos-s/1822.htm
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Hi Marie,So sorry we missed your inquiry in January. There are two different ways to use this pillow on an airplane. In most cases it will not block the screen or tray table when you attach to the back of your chair, but if it does, the pillow can be used an alternate way (which 50% of users prefer anyway). Please see our instructional video on our website to get an idea on how to use it both ways. http://www.travelrest.net/Travelrest-Pillow-Videos-s/1822.htm
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I use these mainly when I fly. It blocks out the sounds of the flight attendants repeating the same message over and over on several flights a day! Have not used in an industrial environment.
1006116
Hello,I have heard on some rare occasions that an airline will allow this on the plane, but I would not count on that. They will be happy to gate check it for you though.Thanks!
398940
I'm sorry to say that yes, my head was not only pushed forward, the pillow was too big for me, even though I got the petite. I was looking for a pillow to use when I fly, to keep my head in one place, and to rest my neck on it. I fought with this pillow so much on this flight, I think I disturbed the passengers on either side of me.
2255048
Mine is a little big for me to bring on the plane I need my two carry ons. I have seen people wear the smaller ones around their neck while walking in the airport. Which I will do next time.
1310567
Keep in mind that this pillow is very soft and easy to manipulate. If you normally like to use a firm pillow in a recliner, this might not be a good choice. I used mine as A head and arm rest during a flight and I absolutely loved it. Overall, it will depend on what you will use it for and what you personally need for comfort.
2253082
I never noticed when I received mine. I use mine all the time on my flights overseas every month. Best pillow on the airplane.
1743620
I use it all the time for travel on planes, cars and buses, and it provides great support. For planes you need to underinflate it, as it will inflate more as you gain altitude due to lower air pressure. As for sleeping you will have to try it out yourself to see if it will work for you, but I can't imagine it not working.Good lck............
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We didn't use the pillow during the flight, so far we don't have exact knowledge. I think it should fit better. You can fix the size of the pillow by increasing or decreasing amout of air in the pillow.
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Unless your computer chair is high enough to support the travelmate neck pillow. Airline seats have high backs to support your head too. I sometimes use my travelmate pillow while sitting on my recliner, but again that also supports my neck. You might just want to buy it and try it. If it doesn't work, you can always return it. Hope this helps.
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I didnt find it in anyway to block her face or breathing, as a pillow sleep wedge might. The neckline dippped just below her collarbone, so never any possibility of her tucking her head in and blocking breathing. I'm asssuming that's what is being asked here, since it seems SIDS risks these days focus a lot on possible blockage of airways?..Edited to add: I forgot about the temporature issue for SIDS.. we did what another person wrote, and tended to only have her in a onesie with socks most of the time, and kept the room temperature in the a stable range regardless of season. Had no problems with her being too hot, though we made a point not to put her in it when she was running a fever. I didnt find it in anyway to block her face or breathing, as a pillow sleep wedge might. The neckline dippped just below her collarbone, so never any possibility of her tucking her head in and blocking breathing. I'm asssuming that's what is being asked here, since it seems SIDS risks these days focus a lot on possible blockage of airways?..Edited to add: I forgot about the temporature issue for SIDS.. we did what another person wrote, and tended to only have her in a onesie with socks most of the time, and kept the room temperature in the a stable range regardless of season. Had no... » Read More I didnt find it in anyway to block her face or breathing, as a pillow sleep wedge might. The neckline dippped just below her collarbone, so never any possibility of her tucking her head in and blocking breathing. I'm asssuming that's what is being asked here, since it seems SIDS risks these days focus a lot on possible blockage of airways?..Edited to add: I forgot about the temporature issue for SIDS.. we did what another person wrote, and tended to only have her in a onesie with socks most of the time, and kept the room temperature in the a stable range regardless of season. Had no problems with her being too hot, though we made a point not to put her in it when she was running a fever. « Show Less
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The pillows are amazing so far, mine have only been on one domestic flight and one international flight so far. The rest of the time they are scrunched up in the carrying case. I would include the pic my hubby took of me blissfully sleeping with my pillow on a flight, but I look ridiculous. The pillow, however, is fantastic.
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Just returned from an out and back to Detroit, MI the TSA looked it over extensively as well as American Airlines and US Airways employees. It is a TSA compliant hard sided case, FWIW; print the TSA regulations as well as the airline policy, make sure it's unloaded (and be ready to teach them how to clear your weapon) declare it upon check in, and make sure your ammunition is in its original packaging, this will save you a ton of hassle/time.
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Most planes have the tray table "recessed" into the seat in front of them. Usually families travelling with children are allowed to board first. You just have to lower the tray table behind the child, slip the strap in place and tighten then return their tray table "to the locked" position. The belt will not interfere with them opening or lowering their table during flight. Not sure how you confirm the plane you're traveling on has the tray tables recessed. I used mine for 3 years on probably a dozen flight (internationally as well) and never found a tray table not recessed...but I've heard some planes don't have recessed tables. Hope this helps!
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I am buying them specifically for air travel. They not only block noise, they help with pressure changes during ascending and descending. They fit deep enough that you can wear headphones over them. My daughter (age 11) and I wear them on all our flights specifically for the pressure changes. Our flights average 3 hours and they are very comfortable.
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I haven't used this on an airplane yet, but I'm pretty sure you'll have the support you'll need in that middle seat. I've used it on my Swedish recliner while watching TV and the pillow is formed so that it provides wonderful support for my neck.
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I hope you haven't been waiting to long for an answer. I wanted to sit in my chair for a bit to give you an actual chair answer and not guess. After a half hour I could feel my back muscles stretching out a bit. I think the back of my chair is to puffy for a proper test. It seems to be pushing my head out a bit. Airplane chairs don't have that pillow so I think my answer would be yes, I think it would be good on a flight. As I am typing this, it does feel good whilst sitting up in a chair. I would suggest putting a towel or something on it when you use it. The foam feels weird. :)