I’m not a pilot, but can offer the following:

1. On most flights I don’t use the toilet, except perhaps to pee. A long haul can be different, of course.
2. Some J-pouchers take a long time to poop, but for most of us it’s pretty quick. Sometimes that last bit of gas can be elusive and require some maneuvering and patience.
3. There have been numerous discussions here over the years about this issue and you can find them by searching for words like “flight” (or “attendant”) and “pilot”

Good luck!

Thanks Scott that is very promising information for me.

I am a flight attendant with a J-Pouch. My J-pouch was well established (9 years old) when I started flying last year.  Previously I was an ER nurse.  I have always managed to have great control and never once experienced incontinence because I couldn't get to a toilet.  It took some time to figure out what worked best as far as in-flight dining.  A little experimentation went a long way to figure out what my pouch appreciated during those long days.  The only real issue I had was that each time I used the lav I had to take a large water bottle with me as my output tended to stick to the sides of the bowl (sorry if this is TMI) and  it needed a good rinse prior to the next pax.  Good luck with your decision.

PS. If you do decide to go for a pouch PLEASE be patient.  The adjustment process can be disheartening sometimes when you want to get back to "normal" and you don't have your ostomy any more.  I really really missed mine in the beginning but now I am extremely happy with my pouch.

@Jaypea posted:

I am a flight attendant with a J-Pouch. My J-pouch was well established (9 years old) when I started flying last year.  Previously I was an ER nurse.  I have always managed to have great control and never once experienced incontinence because I couldn't get to a toilet.  It took some time to figure out what worked best as far as in-flight dining.  A little experimentation went a long way to figure out what my pouch appreciated during those long days.  The only real issue I had was that each time I used the lav I had to take a large water bottle with me as my output tended to stick to the sides of the bowl (sorry if this is TMI) and  it needed a good rinse prior to the next pax.  Good luck with your decision.

PS. If you do decide to go for a pouch PLEASE be patient.  The adjustment process can be disheartening sometimes when you want to get back to "normal" and you don't have your ostomy any more.  I really really missed mine in the beginning but now I am extremely happy with my pouch.

Thanks for the reply . Similar story with me with this ileostomy when I have to empty it - as there’s no water in the toilet it can be a bit difficult to clean but I do the same thing.

im definitely going to go for the pouch and I understand I will have to be patient but I am prepared for that.

do you have any issues with time spent in the toilet or are you generally quite quick?

No, my pouch empties pretty immediately without fail.  I have never had an issue and can get out ASAP.  Takes more time to pull up my pantyhose and check my lipstick!

@Jaypea posted:

No, my pouch empties pretty immediately without fail.  I have never had an issue and can get out ASAP.  Takes more time to pull up my pantyhose and check my lipstick!

Good to hear! I hope I will be the same