Originally Posted by
chipbennett
To be honest, I'm mainly curious about the pajamas merely because I've never been on a flight that provided them before. I'm sure I'll sleep fine with or without them. The slippers, on the other hand, are important. I change into compression socks for flights that long, and will pack a backup pair of slippers, just in case.
I appreciate all the input. The less I can bother the cabin crew unnecessarily, the better.
I've never not gotten the slippers, but I usually bring my own and use those, then take the new ones for the next flight (or flight where I don't get an upgrade). They usually last more than one flight anyway, though I usually toss them after flights to/from China (IYKYK).
I wouldn't worry about bothering the flight crew - just ask at convenient times. E.g., when they welcome you or take your order ask for a pair of slippers and/or PJs. When they clear your meal ask for the mattress pad.