Objective: To observe the characteristics of allergic rhinitis in aircrew and its effect on flight.
Method: Case studies of allergic rhinitis were made in 32 aircrew.
Result: There were 20 cases of perennial allergic rhinitis and 12 cases of seasonal allergic rhinitis in 32 aircrew. Twenty-six cases are still in a qualified position to continue their flying job and the other six cases were permanently grounded.
Conclusion: Allergic rhinitis in aircrew may affect the flying in aviation or space flight and the flying in aviation or space may induce or aggravate allergic rhinitis.