What Is "Seattle Mist?"

Answer: It's Boeing's codeword for their new inflight shower project.

A Boeing spokeswoman said: "Dubbed the 'Seattle Mist', the unit was an original idea that first emerged during a project discussion on what could be done to help passengers be more comfortable and refreshed during flight."

She explained: "The passenger comes in, presses the start button and adjusts the shower to their height. A fan starts blowing warm air in the compartment.

"When the user is ready, he or she enters, and a few seconds later the system starts dispensing a warm mist. Water and coloured lights will envelop the user in a soothing environment for a minute. To save water, the misting stops when the soap cycle is on. After the rinse cycle, a dryer is activated and gives ample time for a person to step out completely dry and refreshed."

After each use, the shower switches to cleaning mode, in which disinfectant is sprayed on the walls, then the fan dries the unit with no need for maintenance by the cabin crew.

Is this something you get naked for? Because Seattlest is all for nudity on long-haul flights. Nudity always increases the possiblity of sex and sex in a 747 will generally get you in the Mile High Club. Are you Mile High material if you're alone when said sexual activity occurs? Just you and the "Seattle Mist?"