A flight attendant has revealed secret hidden areas on planes that even crew members believe are storage areas.
The large, secret rooms are actually for something completely different.
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Large, widebody plans used for long-haul flights tend to accommodate more passengers and crew.
But the longer flights also mean that crew members and flight attendants need more rest.
These aircraft are usually equipped with crew rest compartments.
There are separate quarters for pilots and other crew members.
These compartments are hidden from view for both passengers and crew and are often located above the main cabin.
This applies to newer plans, including the Boeing 787 or Airbus A350.
But the location may vary depending on the aircraft type.
Sometimes the compartments are located in the main cabin or in the cargo hold.
On older planes, the compartments can even be reclining seats with large, heavy curtains enclosing them in the back of the plane.
Pilot’s quarters are usually located above the cockpit and can sometimes even include in-flight entertainment options, which the general crew cabins do not have.
The Federal Aviation Administration sets the parameters of the compartments, but airlines can have input in the configuration of the compartments when they buy an airplane, CNN reports.
The FAA requires the compartments to be located where disturbing noises, odors and vibrations have minimal effect on the ability to sleep.
The compartments must also be temperature controlled and have adjustable lighting.
Passengers do not have access to these crew-only rest areas.
But if you’re curious about where they might be on your next flight, look for a door in the front or back of the plane that isn’t being used.