A former flight attendant warns against drinking coffee or tea on planes due to dirty water tanks. TikTok's Kat Kamalani claims airplane water tanks aren't regularly cleaned and are often near bathrooms. A 2019 study backs her up, finding seven out of ten major airlines failed to meet clean water standards. Despite pushback from some airline staff, opting for bottled beverages might be the safer choice.
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