# Extended Air Time Tests Qantas Conducted a 19-Hour Flight to Test the Effects of Air Travel By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-10-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/19hour-flight References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/10/20/qantas-completes-record-19-hour-flight/) & [qantasnewsroom.au](https://www.qantasnewsroom.com.au/media-releases/record-breaking-direct-new-york-to-sydney-flight-touches-down/) [Qantas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capacious-airline-seats) has completed a 19-hour flight from New York to Sydney. The trip was a first for the aviation industry, and it was done to study the limits of air travel and any potential health effects that could arise due to extended air time. The study was interested in the effects a 19-hour flight would have on a pilot's brain waves, including melatonin, and general alertness. For the passengers, the focus of the flight was on the efficacy of anti-jetlag measures, including [cabin lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-search-of-sleep), meals, and exercises. Some findings from the flight are already apparent, leaving the lights on or six hours during the flight helped passengers acclimate to the conditions in Sydney. Image Credit: James D Morgan/ Qantas ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Extended-flight Research:** Businesses in aviation and healthcare can invest in extended-flight research and develop solutions to mitigate health effects. - **Anti-jetlag Measures:** The development of effective anti-jetlag measures for long flights presents an opportunity for hospitality and travel companies. - **Cabin Lighting Technology:** Companies in technology and aviation could innovate on cabin lighting to improve passenger comfort during extended flights. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Aviation:** The aviation industry can utilize the study's findings to improve passenger and pilot experience. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can use the results of extended-flight research to develop health solutions for individuals affected by extended flights. - **Hospitality and Travel:** The hospitality and travel industry can utilize anti-jetlag measures to attract customers and improve the in-flight experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Capacious Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capacious-airline-seats.md) - [Relaxing Private Jet Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vistajet-sleep-program.md) - [AI-Driven Jet Lag Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flykitt.md) - [Short-Haul Travel Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flykitt-domestic.md) - [Two-Part Jet Lag Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anti-lagg-capsules.md) - [Sleep-Focused Hotel Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equinox-sleep-lab.md) - [Replenishing Travel Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-flyte.md) - [Sustainable Air Travel Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airspace-cabin-vision-2035-concept.md) - [Hotel-Grade In-Flight Mattresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-france-and-sofitel.md)