Why do pilots get vertigo?
Why do pilots get vertigo? Perilymph fistulae (PLF) are rare and controversial disorders of the inner ear, mainly seen in Scuba divers and individuals with barotrauma such pilots and airline attendants. Their symptoms are similar to individuals with SCD, in that both can cause vertigo from pressure fluctuations.
How long does vertigo last after flying?
In most individuals, the sensation of rocking, bobbing, swaying, etc. following a cruise or other passive motion experience is transient. Symptoms lasting up to two weeks is considered within the normal range.