“I’m a sex and relationships expert and this is why people are opting for risky sex on public transport”

* A new study has revealed 63% of married people have engaged in sexual encounters while on the move.

* The most popular modes of transport for intimacy include cars (68%), trains (15%), buses (11%), ferries (4%) and planes (2%).

* Sexpert Jessica Leoni explains that the “excitement and adrenaline” that comes with public sex is the reason why it’s become so popular.

* Study conducted by IllicitEncounters.com, the UK’s largest extramarital dating site

Public, high-stakes intimacy seems to be soaring to new heights – literally.  

According to new data from IllicitEncounters.com, 1 in 50 people have joined the notorious Mile High Club.

It’s not just everyday people indulging in these high-flying affairs – celebrities have also been open about their mid-air exploits including pop star Lily Allen who spoke publicly about joining the Mile High Club with Liam Gallagher in 2009 – whilst Gallagher was still married to his wife at the time, Nicole Appleton. 

The survey, which polled 2,000 members, revealed that a staggering 63% have engaged in sexual encounters while on the move.

With 2% of people opting for fun in the clouds, the data shows that the desire for thrills extends across various modes of transport. The most popular spots for illicit intimacy include cars (68%), trains (15%), buses (11%), and even ferries (4%).

Sarah, a frequent flyer and member of IllicitEncounters.com who took part in the survey, revealed how she ended up joining the Mile High Club – but not with her husband. “It was a business trip, and we hit it off at the airport lounge. By the time we boarded, we were already flirting. A couple of drinks later, and before I knew it, we were sneaking off to the bathroom together.”

Despite the obvious risk, Sarah wasn’t fazed. “The whole thing was thrilling – it felt like an escape from reality. I know it’s not something I’d ever do at home, but in the air, everything feels different.”

So, what makes public sex so alluring? According to Jessica Leoni, leading sex and relationships expert at IllicitEncounters.com, it’s all about the rush.

“People are drawn to public sex for the sheer excitement and adrenaline,” Leoni explains. “The fear of getting caught heightens the experience, making it more thrilling and memorable. For some, the forbidden nature of it adds an extra layer of intensity.”

She adds, “There’s also something about the environment that feels detached from reality. When people are outside their usual routine, especially on holiday or business trips, they’re more likely to act on impulses they might suppress at home.”

While these escapades might sound thrilling, they don’t come without serious risk. Getting caught in public can result in more than just embarrassment – though having sex outdoors isn’t explicitly illegal in all cases, various laws could lead to an arrest. Yet for some, the gamble only adds to the thrill.