STOP Doing These 20 "Polite" Things on a Flight

[@PortableProfessional]

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[@billcape9405]

Changing seats on a large flight is NOT a big deal. Flight attendants do not memorize where you are seated and they are not loadmasters. On smaller commuter flights, sure. The weight distribution is a concern, but if you are on anything larger than a PC12, it just doesn't matter. Also, the overhead bin space problem is the flight attendant's fault. Don't let someone sitting in the back of the plane in seat 35B put their bags in the bins above row 7.

[@helencaughell8815]

😅😅😊​

[@goutvols103]

Flight attendants, in the US, have too much power to call in federal authorities for just minor offenses; just by saying that the passenger performed a safety violation or interfering with flight operation(s). This power includes the recommendation to have the passenger banned from flying for life.

[@TinaJackson]

My very first flight, I was excited and nervous so even though I used the restroom in the terminal before boarding, I had to REALLY go once we were boarding. I was near the back of the plane and asked a flight attendant where the restroom was. She said that I would have to wait until we’re in the air and the seatbelt sign is off. I must’ve looked pathetic when I apologized and told her it was my first flight because she looked around and said, just go and be quick. I apologized and thanked her profusely. I was mortified but also extremely grateful. I ended up getting emotional during take-off (quietly crying) and she came by and asked if I was okay. I was. I was emotional because I was in awe and amazed by it all - and the view out the window was pretty amazing also. She smiled and seemed relieved and came back with some gum to help with my ears popping. I absolutely love flying and couldn’t have asked for a better crew for my first flight.

[@ekdaufin1485]

How fortunate you are!

[@kathleenhudson8429]

I was once on a domestic US plane a few days before Christmas. The plane was full, and there seemed to be more carry-on bags than usual. People were taking their time stowing bags, and it was time to leave when the captain announced that he was informed by the airport that if we didn’t leave within two minutes that we would be delayed for 45 minutes. I have never seen people move so fast to put away items and sit down as I did then.

[@gop4usa12]

Carry-on suitcases are too big. We need some kind of air travel reform to take place, reducing the standard carry-on size. I always carry a backpack. And that's plenty big enough to hold everything I need during my flight and connections. Nobody needs to bring a suitcase into the cabin.

[@thierrypauwels]

@@gop4usa12 There is not only what you need during the flight, but also the valuables that you do not want to loose and the things you definitely need the next day or days. On our trip to Argentina, one of the persons of our group got his registered luggage only after two weeks or so. I went to Argentina to take pictures of the solar eclipse, with a lot of cameras and equipment. Then you really want to take as much as possible as hand luggage.

[@Clutching.My.Pearls]

BAHAHA, I'm crossing my fingers the pilot knew just what to say to 'motivate' the passengers.

[@lisalu910]

I swear, people get on an airplane and go into "tunnel vision" mode. They will spend 2 minutes turning their bag this way and that way to get it in the bin, stand in the aisle while they take off their coat and try to decide what they're going to do with it, remember something they left in their carryon that they need to get out of it, and on and on and on while a hundred people are piled up behind them waiting to get on the plane. NEVER understood that mentality.

[@MegaLokopo]

@@gop4usa12 Yea, that is why I fly southwest. I only pack with a backpack, but everyone else is allowed two checked bags for free. But if luggage was forced to be small enough so it took up a proportional amount of overhead big space, we would have so many fewer issues when boarding and deboarding. People need to do some math, it is the airlines fault entirely that there is always never enough room in overhead bins.

[@jamesshank7918]

I am a retired disabled veteran of the Marine Corps and flew as aircrew, but stopped flying commercial once the TSA began disrespectful treatment. I used to fly often. My pet peeves? Those who took off their shoes in flight then doubled down and stuck their feet between the seats onto the armrest in front of them. Those who flipped their long hair over the seatback letting it hang down into the space of the passenger behind them. The worst, passengers who fail to use basic personal hygiene before a flight. A long flight is bad enough, stuck beside someone who is dirty, and literally smells foul... Unbearable.

[@alanfike]

Thank you for your service. What disrespectful treatment did the TSA give to a disabled veteran? And although it sounds like you've got your situation figured out, have you considered signing up for that clear check service? I only know people who have it, but it apparently lets them skip some of that mess. There's got to be a better way to keep our commercial flights safe.

[@melissamcconnell5002]

Thank you for serving for our freedom and wonderful comments, too.

[@ronv6637]

Semper fi James but can tell you were airwing as I have flown several times immediately after being in the field(45 day rotation for arty) and was surprised aircrew didn't barf from our smell. They must have been paid extra for the military charters as the crew seemed happier than normal crew.

[@stanleybuchan4610]

I only fly business class now. Too many selfish people who think that the whole experience is just laid on for them. The 20/30 somethings are the worst because most of them have been brought up to think me, me, me.

[@stanleybuchan4610]

I only fly business class now. Too many selfish people who think that the whole experience is just laid on for them. The 20/30 somethings are the worst because most of them have been brought up to think me, me, me.

[@tcpUtube1]

What annoys me most? People on planes that stink. I’ve been on flights when people stunk so bad the stench made me gag and burned my sinuses. If you can’t move to another seat to get away from them it is unrelenting physical torture. Don’t be one of these people. Please don’t fly without taking a bath and wearing clean cloths.

[@lindacotton4045]

Why in the world would someone not know to bathe and wear clean clothes!!!!

[@nadogrl]

There was an episode of that Southwest Airlines show years ago, where people are behaving very badly. In the terminal, a stinky homeless person was offered clean clothes and a sponge bath opportunity by the gate agents. He was extremely grateful.

[@revlulu]

I sat next to a man like that once. It occurs to me that Vicks Vapo Rub under the nose might help us survive the experience

[@Gigi4LLE]

I always carry Vicks vapo rub. Especially on international flights. I have needed it on a flight coming back from Vegas when I had to sit next to a guy that had alcohol and garlic coming from every pore. Disgusting 🤢

[@brianarbenz1329]

And of course unlike in a coffeehouse or on a bus, you can’t open a window or step outside for some fresh air.

[@brontewcat]

I have recently learned about the instruction to make sure the window shades are up during takeoff and landing. If there is an accident having the seats upright and the shades up, means the flight attendants can check outside to see which exits are safe. The accident in Japan a week or two ago had no fatalities during the evacuation, but they only used 3 exits. When the attendants looked out the windows they could see that there was fire blocking all but 3 exits, so they did not let those exits with fires be opened. This saved lives.

[@endorphinparametric4132]

Exactly!

[@gop4usa12]

I don't understand why anyone would take a window seat, then pull the shades down during takeoff and landing. That's the time to enjoy the scenery.

[@Thatonlyone678]

This latest revelation in your opinion is no excuse . Air crew has been providing this instruction to passengers for decades .

[@brontewcat]

@@Thatonlyone678 Sorry? I am not sure to what excuse you are referring. I have known about the instructions for decades, but not why they are up when landing and taking off. I keep up anyway if I have a window seat as I like to look out.

[@brontewcat]

@@gop4usa12 Exactly. I like watching take off and landing.

[@mariekevanmuijden4675]

Flew from Amsterdam to Mexico last September. Before the flight, we were informed several times by the booking agency that bringing a power bank in your checked in suitcase, was not allowed. Arriving at the airport, we checked in our suitcase and were told again that it was not allowed. Throughout the airport, there are several signs stating that you should have your power bank or batteries in your hand luggage. So we were on the plane, all ready to go, and the flight attendants once more told the passengers that having a battery or power bank in your suitcase was not allowed. And guess what? A total of five people acted like they didn’t know that, so their suitcase had to be pulled from the luggage compartment of the plane, causing a delay of almost 2 hours. So my biggest pet peeve? People who think that instructions do not apply to them. Same thing goes for releasing your seatbelt when the seatbelt sign is still on and after the captain has specifically requested everyone to remain seated with their seatbelt on. Yes, it does include you..

[@bufordmaddogtannen]

Flammable liquids are not allowed either, and yet if you enquire about perfume bottles, airline personnel will tell you to check them in...

[@alext8828]

What about for entitled passengers?

[@jerrycallo]

@@alext8828 They're good to go. But keep in mind of they're really, really entitled they expect to be on a private jet and are probably annoyed by all these other people being on "their airplane".

[@kimberlycarrigan8824]

How did the checked luggage even get on the plane? Did they not have security?

[@schneeroseful]

I once had this and when the suitcase went on that coveyor belt an alarm went off. Then I was guided to a room where the Lady asked about power banks or chargable items. It was 2014, nowadays those signs are everywhere

[@lewislau7061]

Asking all to put their seat-backs in the upright position during mealtime would be helpful.

[@PortableProfessional]

That would be nice, Lewis!

[@fannydesaintaignan8556]

I’m an Air France flight attendant, and we ask people to put their seat back up during meal time. Some people do it reluctantly, but are quite pleased when we ask the person in front of them to do the same 😊

[@Jackielocks]

Aren’t passengers usually reminded/told to straighten their seats when meals are announced?

[@r.1599]

*_Yesssss._*

[@alisonshanahan1237]

I'm usually asleep, I take medication as I am a poor traveller. The smell of food and coffee I enough to make me vomit. It doesn't happen if I am asleep! Disturbing me at such a time is looking for trouble of the messy kind.

[@nancyheinemann5497]

I have noticed a few times recently that the pilot or crew has requested that passengers with certain tight connecting flights be allowed to deplane first. Went very smoothly!

[@ToriE1073]

I always appreciate flight crews who do this. It really is helpful.

[@inyobill]

It should be the norm. We almost always sit in the back. We deplane last almost always, because most of the time folks are so focused on getting to the carousel to wait for their luggage, I don't have a chance to organize our carry-on.

[@skymuffn]

…back in my day when United Airlines did Shuttle in the west coast as purser I ask those who have tight connections to ring the call button and personally give them their gates and let everyone whose call light is off to stay seated a little longer until it’s clear. Every little bit helps.

[@Lwah0812]

We were just on a trip where our plane was long delayed so we would miss our connection so they rebooked us to another airport and that flight was delayed. By the time we got there we were almost going to miss our connection so they said for those with connections to go first. Of course nobody listens, my husband ended up ahead of me because some guy cut me off then someone stood in front of him to prevent him from moving forward until it got close to the row we were at. I finally asked if I could go ahead because I was going to miss my connection, I also have limited mobility due to MS so it is harder for me to rush. Fortunately that flight was also delayed or we would have missed it too. We lost a whole day of our vacation because of flight delays. ☹️

[@michaelnorwood3037]

On a 2018 flight in China from Xian to Urumqi, passengers at the rear of the plane were climbing over the seats to get to the front and get off first. It was almost like they had forgotten their manners🤔🤣. An announcement from the crew would have saved all the pushy/shovey! In all my travels around the world on numerous flights from 22 to 72 years of age I have never encountered such rudeness.

[@sharennyberg7795]

What annoys me the most is bratty kids who insist on kicking the back of the seat and the parent does nothing. I nave a bad back and it hurts but the parent(s) look at you like "oh well. ho hum". This is the first video of your I watch but I really enjoyed it. Thanks

[@PortableProfessional]

Thanks for watching, Sharen! Hope to see you back here!

[@dpr3709]

On a flight just a year ago - as opposed to the 1950s - a guy across the aisle from me thought he was witty by greeting the flight attendant with "hi my in-flight wife". If looks could kill he would never have reached his destination. Thanks for all of your information.

[@PortableProfessional]

Oh my! I am sure she had a few choice words hidden behind that look!

[@claudiamiller7730]

Wow…just….wow.

[@AusNetFan13]

I'm glad that I didn't meet him. I feel strange. As I get older, I'm getting more defensive helping the defenseless.

[@rebeccaschurtz]

😅

[@PH-vv1ky]

OMG how awful! Imagine making a light-hearted joke towards someone 🤯 I enjoy when my passengers have a bit of fun and I don't get my knickers in a twist about it. I guess that's difficult for self-righteous people though...

[@scottgoebl6194]

Parents who do nothing about screaming and/or seat-kicking kids annoy me the most.

[@PortableProfessional]

That can certainly make for an unpleasant flight!

[@krisniznik3953]

@@PortableProfessional That was amusing about the blankets being reused. I volunteer for a cat rescue, and have several airline blankets that have been donated to use as bedding for the kitties!

[@helenheggadon6324]

I hate this too. Chair kicking is just rude.

[@yveatterothermel9730]

Also parents who let their kids listen to a device without headphones so that everyone has to hear what the child is listening to.

[@jfppp1]

I was just starting a 12-hour flight when the kid in the seat behind me started kicking my seat. I turned around, thinking I was probably going to have to call the flight attendant, and it wasn't the kid at all. It was his mother! She apologized, but I don't know what that was about.

[@cathieschmitgal5515]

As a former kindergarten teacher this sounds exactly like the first week of school😂

[@sherrymcmahan6260]

😅😅😅😂😂😂.... I taught kinder for over a decade and YES!!!!!

[@giraffezebra2698]

I was thinking the same thing

[@fortissimo15]

As a retired middle school teacher, I was thinking this sounds exactly what a teacher would say as well.

[@vikker8274]

Lol😂

[@bencodykirk]

There are probably many more kindergarteners who would be better flight passengers than some of the people flight attendants have to deal with.

[@IrishElf]

As a blind person, not on the plane, but in the airport. Often times, they’ll make me put my cane in the trays to be scanned, then expect me to walk through the metal detector. I need my cane to walk through the metal detector, also asking people with me if it’s okay for me to be patted down without asking me, and this makes me exceedingly uncomfortable. But also airlines that provide braille safety information cards are fantastic. Can I just also address that if the meal cart is coming, generally I know, I still can’t see what’s on the meal card. Or read said menu, I do have to ask the flight attendant What’s on the card?

[@LloydWeeber]

Saying tings will fit under the seat in front of you is very easy to say if you are 5 foot 3 tall with size 4 feet, but if you are 6 foot 2 tall with size 14 feet? You are filling the foot space and your hat and jacket are probably a lot bigger than a small person. You will have to put your hat or jacket in the overhead locker. Comments that the overhead locker is not for anything other than large luggage is unsafe. I hope you are not the hostess on my international flights.

[@r.1599]

@@LloydWeeber Did you know that you put your comment as a reply to another passenger's comment about traveling as a blind person? You might want to move your comment so it makes sense.

[@jeffjefferson930]

Overall good advice and hopefully common sense. One thing though. I definitely won't switch seats on a flight, ever, but how about flight attendants STOP asking me to switch seats for unprepared families who want to travel together and stick me (6-1) in a crappy middle seat somewhere when i purposely picked (and often paid for) an aisle seat.

[@PortableProfessional]

Thanks, Jeff! You are not obligated to switch a seat when asked but I understand how it could be awkward to refuse! Unfair to be put in that position!

[@maskedmallard537]

This is one of the many reasons I sit in the exit row. You have to be physically fit enough in case of emergencies, so no families with young children.

[@yveatterothermel9730]

You can say no.

[@EddyWoon]

I had a few of these happened in the past. Finding my allocated seat being occupied when boarding the plane; generally they begrudgingly moved back but in one instance it had escalated and the service crew had to come over to mitigate the situation. There was another event type that was not covered here. The passengers in the seats in front of us had some special diet requirements and were served before everyone else; they had finished their meals when the service crew were serving all the meals. As these special passengers had finished their meals, they proceeded to recline their seats while I was still eating mine. I asked them to not recline and they were surprised that I was still eating. Their level of entitlement and ignorance is on another level.

[@gizmo9290]

My seat was taken once - I had a seat at the window, the person who sat there had a seat at the isle in the same row. I believed when they said they didn't know which seat was which (it takes some flights to get that for some people) and I didn't want to cause any trouble, especially that the middle seat was already taken as well, so I took the isle seat.

[@thomasnestor6053]

Keep in mind that a kid like that could have autism, and would act that way. My son (now 35) was one of them, and there isn't a lot you can do about it, believe me.

[@incognito595]

Narcissists, surely.

[@davidstone1227]

@@thomasnestor6053 My son is also 35 and has autism. Flying with him at age 4 was - challenging.

[@EsmereldaPea]

They don't sound entitled. They probably got served first because they had dietary restrictions or pre-ordered their meals. As for reclining their seats and being surprised you were still eating, as long as they apologized and moved their seats back up, it just sounds like they were unobservant. Stress, grief, or conditions like ADHD, autism, or brain injury could be contributors.

[@felicial7628]

One day, I was crowded by a person who was so wide that her body was consuming my space and pressing into me. It was awkward, miserable, and uncomfortable. I was pleasantly surprised when the flight attendant came by and directed me to move into a new seat and grateful to be able to sit up straight and not be crowded in. At another time, I said to the gate agent - “I know you can’t predict the future, but can you advise me on what I should do?” And she set up my remaining connections with options and failsafes for me somehow which were extremely helpful, much appreciated, and something that I did not even know was possible. And maybe they don’t do this any more, but I was on an international flight when a flight attendant woke me up as meals were served - which not only helped me to get the meal in but more importantly adapt to a very different timezone. You might have posted this already, but it would be nice to hear about nice gestures with gate agents and flight crews.

[@tylisirn]

I use a sleep mask and tape a large note with big letters on it which explicitly says whether or not I want to be woken up for the meal service.

[@janetkalo7520]

I don’t like urine on the bathroom floor and water everywhere in the rest room. Clean up after yourself, slob.

[@joeblow1934]

People that are two or three times the normal weight for a human being need to pay for another seat or fly first class. Wallowing over into another seat onto another passenger and bursting at the seams in every direction is not acceptable and is very offensive in most cases. Hells bells, you don't even know the person. Waay too much invasion of another's space.

[@geneca3sc661]

Flight Attenants are very special people. I do not fly often but, I do give them all the respect I can, they have a tough job.

[@PortableProfessional]

I agree, Gene. Thanks for watching!

[@SurvivalistChick]

The thing that drives me totally BONKERS is when other passengers carry on loud conversations, especially on long-haul flights. When all the windows are closed, everyone else is quiet or asleep, yet a couple or more people decide it's party time, keeping everyone else awake. I HATE this. It also drives me bonkers that the crew never ask people to be quiet. I don't understand that.

[@rjy8960]

Making their own job easy. Screw everyone else - just let it go so long as no-one kicks off over it.

[@rjy8960]

I had it on a flight BHX to MUC. About 15 lager louts making a nuisance and the stewardesses were happy to serve them lots of beer as they messed around, rocked in their seats disturbing other PAX and had to stall the service countless times as they pushed through to discharge the beer they had been drinking.

[@MegaLokopo]

Buy noise cancelling headphones or earplugs. People are rarely louder than the plane itself. If you can afford to fly, you can afford earplugs.

[@rjy8960]

@@MegaLokopo I have them already but it was disrupting other PAX so not conducive to an overall feeling of relaxation. You may be happy being in a zoo -I am not.

[@MegaLokopo]

@@rjy8960 if you close your eyes, and put in ear plugs, how would you know the difference?

[@Sh9168]

As a road warrior that flies 2 to 6 flights weekly, I think you need to do a video of what passengers hate while flying.

[@AusNetFan13]

Aww, hugs to Ollie. Hope he gets better soon. One time I did give a flight attendant a hug. She was being pestered by a passenger to the point of nearly breaking down. I told her that I have faith in her. At least she knew that other passengers cared for her. That was my only physical contact with a flight attendant. There are some flight attendants that I follow here on KZbin. They are a special breed. They're everything between being a cocktail waitress, to a nurse, language translator, and on rare occasions, a technician. There is one flight attendant that I have my highest respect for, her name is Uli Derickson. God, for what she did during the TWA hijacking was amazing. Megan, you and Ollie take care.

[@PortableProfessional]

Thanks! I agree! Being a flight attendant is not easy nor glamorous!

[@wannabe_sailor_777smith6]

My #1 pet peeve on a plane is when people take their shoes off without socks. Even socks at times doesn't overcome dubious hygiene standards. Just not right.

[@coralgwyn-williams9933]

never understood the messy bathroom bit...when I use the bathroom I always clean up after myself, and will often clean up after the person(s) before me. Two seconds to wipe down the sink area with a paper towel won't kill you or to toss out paper towels or tissues that people just throw on the sink counter. Not saying you need to touch anyone's dirty tissues with your hands but you can use a clean towels to dispose of them. It's just common courtesy folks..

[@maskedmallard537]

I can't stand a dirty bathroom. I always give toilet seats and fronts a good thorough wiping and I usually take a paper towel to gather all the loose detritus off the floor, as long as it's dry, and put it in the bin.

[@robertdegroot8302]

A huge amount of people have developed the childhood survival strategy of: "if no one knows I caused the problem, then it's not my problem'.

[@Rockawaysiren]

I did this on a train last year- there was a pee puddle on the floor and i layered up paper towels and cleaned it! Mostly because i didn’t want the next person to think I’d made the puddle!! 😮

[@grassytramtracks]

Were some people never told to leave it as you found it? It takes 5 seconds after you use the toilet on the plane or train to leave it in a presentable state for the next person

[@karenstasik2979]

Funny, you say that because I've been flying for many years and it was an unwritten rule in the past to clean up the sink and wipe it with a paper towel after you use it. I have always done that out of habit. But then airplane etiquette has long been left behind for many people. I still feel the need to dress a little nicer on the plane, because that also was etiquette.

[@NathanielBakerAdelaide]

As an FA myself.. one of the most annoying things I find being a fee-for-service airline; when the cart comes through offering your snacks and drinks to purchase, the customer says "no". The crew will go past and serve the next customer and make it right to the end of the plane and put everything away so it doesn't cause an obstruction. Then the customer than told you they didn't want anything, goes and orders for 5 people in their family. So now, we have to hand run and find 5 different orders out of a cart that has now been pulled apart and put away. SO FRUSTRATING!

[@karenhenry5806]

Thanks. Don't order stuff if cart has passed. Got it😮

[@NathanielBakerAdelaide]

@@karenhenry5806 no Be prepared when you see us coming.

[@karenhenry5806]

@NathanielBakerAdelaide sounds good- assuming I'm not "resting my eyes" which is typically why I miss stuff😁

[@lisalu910]

When I was in restaurant service, years ago, it was the same thing. It would go something like this, "I just want water." You bring the water. "Oh, didn't I say no ice?" You bring back a water with no ice. "Can I have lemon with it?" You come back with the lemon. "Oh and do you have a straw?" For the Sweet Love of Jesus, why can't you just order a water with lemon, no ice, and a straw the FIRST TIME? Many variations on the theme, but an example of how clueless people can be.

[@happytravels5487]

​@@lisalu910lol never in all of my life have I ever had to order a straw 😂 I have asked for water with no lemon and 95% of the time water comes with lemon, all of us have distracted minds at times 😉

[@enriquesanchez2001]

NOTHING annoys me more than nearby passengers who talk during the ENTIRE FLIGHT!

[@alfredolarsi5600]

YES!!

[@lisalu910]

Have you ever heard of noise cancelling headphones? Don't know why people can't carry on a conversation - in a normal conversational "inside" voice, that is - on a long flight.

[@enriquesanchez2001]

@@lisalu910Have you ever heard of LOUD TALKERS?

[@erf-3]

And conversation is about nothing.

[@enriquesanchez2001]

@@lisalu910 Of course, I wear them, but for some reason, I must too sensitive or something, the actual vibration of their voices seems to transfer to the actual seats and I can FEEL they are still talking!

[@aj_aka_alan]

As a tall person, unless something changes with the leg room situation, I don't care what a flight crew member has to say about it, my computer back pack is going in the overhead. I don't usually have any other carry ons.

[@duckypam]

It's absurd that someone who brings on a gigantic carry on gets b-hurt about someone who just brought a backpack on the plane and put it in the overhead. The only restrictions on carry on is size.

[@smitajky]

I would agree. Fair is fair. I have often seen people sneaking oversized luggage onto the plane. Sometimes they get stopped. There is ample room if people take a reasonable bag each. No matter what they put in it. And it might be possible for me to put my laptop in the same space. On top of or next to yours. Common sense is a wonderful thing.

[@the10th90]

Seems to happen SO many times these days that people bring on suitcases larger than the official size for carry on, but no one stops them. And then they get mad when people who pack more responsibly and follow rules don't give up space for them? Nope.

[@karenstasik2979]

I agree with you

[@OneRealConservative]

Agreed. If I brought a carry-on and a backpack, I would be expected to have one under the seat, however, if I only brought a backpack, I put it in the upper compartment.

[@hel117]

Small note for flight attendants though- some of these 'annoying' behaviors aren't just done by ignorant or entitled people. Disabled people with mobility issues or the elderly might not have the mobility or strength to life their bags by themselves, people with sensory needs may not be comfortable removing noise-cancelling headphones, or there may be equipment people need to fly comfortably and safely that simply will not fit in under-the-seat luggage which means they will need to access their carry-on at some point in the flight. I've been treated badly on several flights because of assumptions made by flight staff.

[@MegaLokopo]

But those people knowing they have issues should be aware of the issues, and make a plan for it. Airlines will be very accommodating with you if you communicate with them before hand.

[@hel117]

@@MegaLokopo that has not always been my experience. also several things I mentioned do not necessarily need special accommodation, they just require empathy and decency. Disabled people should not have to justify themselves to get the baseline that all human beings should be getting.

[@MegaLokopo]

@@hel117 having someone else lift your bags for you is not the baseline. Only bringing what you can deal with is the baseline.

[@hel117]

@@MegaLokopo I said 'several things' not everything. But also if someone is struggling with their bags, do you not want to live in a world where the people arround them help?

[@MegaLokopo]

@@hel117 I would rather live in a world where people know what their limits are and are ready and prepared to deal with them. You never know when no one is going to be available to help you, or worse someone will injure themselves because they felt guilty and tried to help you when they couldn't safely help you. Anyways it isn't that hard to pay to ship everything you don't need on the plane, and only travel with a small backpack. I ship all of my stuff I won't need while traveling a few days before I travel, so when I travel, I have nothing more than a thin small backpack with a few cables and one outfit in it just in case, along with the medicine I may need, and anything else I would need if my plane were to be diverted in an unfamiliar town.

[@terryw929]

something super annoying i have experienced a few times is when people are really loud...talking and laughing. even when they are several rows behind or in front of you . i get some people are naturally loud, but when you are in a small space, like a plane, with all those people, they need to be more mindful

[@runawaytechgal1467]

Noise canceling headsets. I'm unfortunately a loud talker. I do carry my own for all of the snoring heard on planes.

[@airbrushken5339]

90% of my flights used to be from Sydney to the USA (LAX) and back. I'm a 100% disabled Vietnam Veteran, so I can fly for free on military hops, but I fly like everyone else.I'm a diabetic and on one flight I needed to take an injection.The seat belt sign was on and I was about 3 rolls from the bathroom. I got up with my kit and a flight attendant stopped me and after I explained why I got up, demanded I sit .... just do it in my seat ... I hate having to have to do it in front of everyone ... but his rude shouting made it worse (!) Never flew with them again...

[@camilledextraze7104]

Hi Megan! A long time ago, when my 2-3 am insomnia kicked in, TV was my go-to solution. One of these shows turned out to be a Discovery show on airline security…when you are waiting for the plane to take off, go through the safety card in the pocket in front of you, even if you have flown on this plane a gazillion times. I still do this, no matter what.

[@PortableProfessional]

A very wise idea! Safe travels, Camille!

[@kiwisweetheart71]

Yes, I always look at the safety card too. And being polite to the flight crew goes a long way. I was on a domestic flight in my country, where, unknown to me, the city I was flying into was being quarantined due to a covid outbreak, post covid. Other passengers were bad tempered at having to cancel plans etc, I was pretty much the only polite, respectful passenger, among people swearing at flight crew and other passengers.. I was the last off, as a disabled passenger, and the huge smiles I got, when I thanked each crew member personally made my evening.

[@jfppp1]

Yes, I do it, too, mainly just to see where the exits are and how to open the door if I have to. I sometimes look around, and no one else is looking at the safety card.

[@phuttyyt]

Solid advice across the board. The only exception I would make is to do with coats: as I live in Northern Europe, travelling in winter requires heavy clothing and when you're on a flight there's really nowhere else to store winter clothing than in the overhead compartment. Shoes are likely to be wet/muddy and therefore sticking a coat under the seat in front of you isn't an option. Nor is wearing it, unless the flight is very short and/or you don't mind potentially getting very hot.

[@maryjackson1194]

You can sit within your coat without having it wrapped around you, as you would if you were at a production of The Nutcracker.

[@inyobill]

@@maryjackson1194 Cabins tend to be overly-warm. I don't need more insulation. I am often positively uncomfortable on trans-Atlantic flights because of the cabin temperature. Wrapped in a jacket, it would be unbearable.

[@michaeltroster9059]

Quite right. Most people store their heavy coats in the overhead, because there is no other place for them. I fly often and there has never been a problem with the staff because everybody does it, and it is accepted practice. I really think you are wrong on this one.

[@Lwah0812]

Your lap is a great place for them, it it’s too warm put the tray table down first, they also make a good pillow. If it’s too warm opening the vent helps a bit.

[@phuttyyt]

@@Lwah0812 I'm not talking about a light jacket here, but a big, bulky winter coat stuffed with scarf and gloves and beanie. Fold that on your lap and the tray table wouldn't make it down past 45 degrees.

[@tezzah...]

1...Asking me to change from my seat to accommodate a family sitting together, moving me forward up the plane leaving my overhead bag behind lower in the plane forcing me to be last off the plane almost missing my connections. 2.... storing my laptop back under the seat in front only to be told by an attendant to store it in the overhead locker...Both long haul Emirates flights. 3.....pre-booking an extra leg room preferred and meal deal at the same time only to find the plane had been substituted without informing me my seat didn't exist !! So I was moved from row 1 down to 34 and my prepaid meal went missing.. Ryanair 2022!....They never even offered me a snack as a replacement..

[@r.1599]

Just...wow.😡

[@mythai9593]

I would disagree with 3 & 4, I only travel with a backpack and don't agree that I should lose legroom because the airline is letting people board with huge bags that should be checked in. They should bring back the size check thing at check in. My backpack is going in the overhead bin, i've paid for the same legroom as everyone else.

[@lynnebattaglia-triggs1042]

I think they should charge for annoying carry-ones, and let checked baggage go free.

[@kovie9162]

I think it's ok to put a backpack up there so long as it's not preventing a carry-on from fitting. Once all of those have been put there, if there's still some spare room I don't see the problem. I think the person who made this video got a little carried away with all these rules, some of which seem kind of silly and excessive and unlikely to be respected that often. I mean, "never"? A bit much I think.

[@tiggerfink]

I agree with you. I also think all carry-ons should be check in.

[@kovie9162]

@@tiggerfink Only if the checked bag allowance is increased by one, with the second one being perhaps with a lower but still reasonable weight limit than the first. I may be misremembered things but I seem to recall a time long ago when the overhead with for smaller items like backpacks, coats and duty free and not mini suitcases as is the case today.

[@tiggerfink]

@@kovie9162 The problem is with the lithium laptop battery. It is not allow to be checkin with any luggage.

[@lindab5789]

This list is spot on! Flight attendants definitely have a pretty tough job, especially nowadays. I always try to be as polite as possible. Although the exception, I have encountered some pretty poor flight attendants too.

[@PortableProfessional]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@skymuffn]

…we had a few crappy ones back in my day with UAL. Surprisingly it wasn’t the real senior Mama’s, I was based in Seattle where seniority was over 30 years and they worked. So glad I am retired now for you guys are getting a lot of unnecessary crap, good luck to y’all. Greetings from SFO

[@DebDebbiesWorld]

I see a lot of comments on here with people complaining about those in front of them reclining their seats. I fly at least twice a month (often more). I am quite petite and you wouldnt guess it by looking at me, but I have pretty major back and hip issues. Being seated for any length of time (say, more than an hour) HURTS. I always recline mine. On the rare occasion if someone asks (and happily so if politely cause politeness is rare these days!) I will ALWAYS put it back up for the duration of the flight. Even if it causes me pain. But they do have to ask. I have no way of knowing how tall they are. So, I'm not being intentionally rude or inconsiderate, I am simply trying to minimize my pain level and make it through my 5 hour long flight....

[@LloydWeeber]

You are too nice to other people. Take care of yourself.

[@bradlevantis913]

Anyone else get annoyed at people who recline their seats right in to your knees?? Or is that just me

[@cathieschmitgal5515]

Just out of curiosity how does one know your knees are being compromised?

[@cathieschmitgal5515]

I don’t bring a carryon for the very reason I can’t reach the overhead bin😆

[@bradlevantis913]

@@cathieschmitgal5515 it’s quite amazing how much space is under that seat.

[@bradlevantis913]

@@cathieschmitgal5515 I do mention it. And in all fairness most people do raise the seat again (with some annoyed expressions anyway ). But really I think most people realize seats are close together and they will interfere with someone behind them. Back in the early 2000’s airlines were allowed to reduce the space between seats. At that point I think the reclining feature should have been removed completely

[@trenttan3779]

I don't have that much of a problem as those seats are made to recline if needed and some people do recline when they take naps. What really annoys me is when people put their hair or jacket over their seats and block my display screen.

[@besmartvoteblue2702]

Recently I was not allowed to sit in my seat. There was a baby basket in my seat and the family asked me to sit somewhere else. After a lot of protesting, people were yelling at me to sit down. I found the flight attendant and showed her my ticket and she rolled her eyes and said "Can't you just sit over there?" Pointing to an open seat. I did but was not happy. The family of five that had a basket in my seat explained that it would be too burdensome to rearrange themselves. I complained to United and they gave me a voucher toward my next flight.

[@HA-dt5qo]

Personally I feel most of the things noted in this video are common sense. The majority of people are cooperative and considerate. Flight attendants are losing sight of the fact that they are there to provide a service, thus having to repeat themselves or tell us what drink options are available or having to give basic reminders is kind of their job. We all have to do things in our jobs that we don’t like but we have to remember that as employees we are there to provide a service and that not everyone will always be mindful and courteous, however, most are. So if an attendant has to navigate the distribution of a few pens amongst passengers who weren’t prepared they should not be irritated but just be grateful for all those passengers who did bring a pen.

[@janehalper2388]

Flight attendants are there to ensure our safety first and foremost.

[@HA-dt5qo]

@@janehalper2388 Yes, I agree with you. However this post was about “polite passengers” and was my response was made in reply to that.

[@joeblow1934]

I don't fly a lot, but I am SO BLESSED to have never experienced all of the terrible "in flight" troubles that I have seen on YT videos. The closest thing that I came to a problem was when a soccer team (high school ?) came into the boarding area to wait for their flight. They were really loud and excited. I remember HOPING that they were not going on the same flight as me. 😅

[@eddiemaxwell6949]

When did the overhead bins become luggage-only? I've been flying for more than half a century and remember the days when everything went overhead and the space under the seat in front was for your feet. Is this a result of airlines charging for checked luggage? I always put my coat of jacket overhead.

[@duckypam]

You can have carry on, it has to meet size requirements. At least on United

[@eddiemaxwell6949]

Yes. But a coat is something you wear onto a plane, not carry. It goes beside my carry-on bag or beside it in the overhead bins.

[@jamesg1974a]

The overhead bin has been for a year one carry-on for a very, very long time.

[@marilyncarey7957]

I’ve been flying for 70 years, and yes, until the last few years, overhead shelves (not lockers in the early days) were for coats not suitcases. Bring back the good old days. On the the other hand, I do appreciate modern tech and safety - and not having to wear high heels, massive petticoats, hats and gloves to go on a flight!

[@MrVenona]

"When did the overhead bins become luggage-only?" Never. The bins are for people's stuff. I'ver never seen "luggage-only" enforced.

[@usndon222]

I had a flight attendant tell me the rule on overhead luggage. If you can't put it on top of your refrigerator, it's too heavy .

[@PortableProfessional]

Interesting way to look at it! Thanks for watching, Don!

[@calknight1666]

As an FA I'd have to agree most of them annoy the hell out of me. Yesterday I had 2 guys sitting 1 row in front of my position for the safety demo either side of the aisle leaning in to it and talking loudly the whole way through. Another thing is the disgusting things people leave in seat pockets like baby wipes, soiled nappies and dirty tissues. I had a woman travelling with an infant this morning who as she got off told me she had left some rubbish in the seat pocket, turned out to be a full sick bag, soiled wipes and she forgot to mention the puddle of vomit on the floor !!

[@thomasnestor6053]

I was on a flight from Texas to Newark years ago, and about halfway through the flight some guy ahead of me started puking big time. The FA went to him and asked if he was all right, and he said that he wasn't air sick, but must have eaten something bad before the flight. She said "I'm so sorry, but could you please use an airsick bag instead of the seat pocket?" As she turned to walk away, her face had a grimace on it and she acted like she was going to puke herself. That was the only thing funny about that incident. The rest of the flight we were gagging due to the smell. Ugh.

[@CherDele]

I just can't understand the level of some human beings' disgustingness. They are worse than animals.

[@PetsitterTails]

On one airline, it actually states that these preferred seats have your own overhead bin area. When you buy the ticket. One time I did have to ask someone to move their bag because they weren’t even sitting in that area and the ticket expressly stated that bin space was included in that ticket.

[@Japan-in-N]

A lot of airlines here state you get overhead luggage space with your ticket.

[@kato76109]

Yeah it was probably me, but it wasn't my fault How was I supposed to know that? I thought the closed bins were full and the open ones are available. When boarding a plane, why not leave the overhead bins open so we know it's available! She was rude about it and I didn't like how I was treated

[@Devedander]

This is a huge pet peeve of mine. People are now getting smart and shoving their bags into the first open bin they see so they don't run the risk of not finding a bin back at their seat. This has the knock on effect of basically filling front bins first. And the worst thing is having to swim upstream you get your bag from the bin at deboarding time.

[@fannydesaintaignan8556]

@@kato76109 passengers often close the racks when their luggage is inside, even if they’re not full. That’s why we (I’m a flight attendant) have to open them again to see if there’s any space left. Please bear in mind that space might be available in an adjacent rack, and not straight above your seat.

[@Nsmithq99]

@@Devedander Don't you need to walk to the front of the plane to deplane anyway? Just grab your bag on your way out.

[@dzymslizzy3641]

My biggest pet peeve has always been clueless parents who fail to control their brats! Kids running up and down the aisle; screaming or crying if they don't get their way, etc. It makes for a miserable flight for everyone. And I'm sure the flight crew isn't allowed to offer them playtime out on the wings! ;-D

[@TheWeepingDalek]

Or maybe the sensation of ears popping is a new and scary experience for them. Honestly I'd take a flight full of noisy children over grumpy old gits like yourself. Children are what give life meaning and purpose.a world without children is not a world that lasts very long. Children are the most precious thing.

[@kateyare4708]

On a recent flight there was a mother and her son behind my seat, and the son started whining and crying over and over, "No! No! No!" This went on for probably an hour. I pictured a small boy being given medication or other unpleasant necessities, and felt sorry for him. Turns out it was a 10-12 year-old whose mother had taken his smart phone because she needed it for something, The child was addicted to that phone, and could not tolerate not having possession of it.

[@biaberg3448]

Or kids in the seat behind you, kicking your seat with their feet. And parents not stopping them.

[@CherDele]

​​@@biaberg3448that and smelly farts.

[@kb1625]

I taught school for 30 years and have two grown sons. I am appalled by the lack of discipline overall, but plane flights hold you hostage. Parents, if you child is poorly behaved, I suggest taking road trips until they are mature enough to fly.

[@biaberg3448]

I’m really annoyed by men who spread their legs wide open into my space and my leg. Hate it when the passenger next to me touches me.

[@thecrazyswede2495]

You're generally right about this. We men should know not to spread out too much. At the same time, our bodies function that way, and it's not always easy to sit tight. There has even been a scientific investigation about that. (I'm one of those men. To really keep my knees together, especially for a long time, I would need to have my legs handcuffed.) I hope we can all cooperate to make the best of the situation. cheers! / CS

[@patcarter4607]

great tips as always, thanks for your expertise! this is not a complaint, but rather something nice to do for the flight attendants. i always buy a box of quality chocolates for the flight crew to share. i always tell them it is a thank you for all they do, since their main responsibility is our safety. providing drinks, etc is secondary to that.

[@PortableProfessional]

Good point! The chocolates are a very kind gesture! Safe travels, Pat!

[@margaretmathis4775]

We also give “thank you for keeping us safe” gifts to the flight attendants and pilots❣️

[@phuttyyt]

It's a lovely gesture, but I would have thought that for safety reasons the crew (especially on the flight deck) wouldn't be allowed to eat or drink anything gifted to them by passengers.

[@patcarter4607]

actually, every time i've seen them eating the chocolates. one time the pilot came out and thanked me for them, as the flight attendants had shared them with the pilot and co-pilot. I only buy chocolates that are name brands and in a wrapped and sealed box. like godiva. @@phuttyyt

[@inyobill]

We do that. We try to get plenty so the entire crew can share. It has always been appreciated.

[@davidjames6879]

No matter how long the flight, I am always buckled up, except when exiting my seat to use the facilities. I don't understand why people unfasten the belts. No one, not even pilots, can always predict turbulence. And on a recent flight, I (and a few others) were allowed to exit first as the flight crew was aware of the time needed for the connecting flight. Otherwise, I am not usually in a hurry. And finally, I wish the airlines would be more proactive in restricting carry-on luggage. Some of these monstrosities are so huge.

[@jtidema]

I think the issue with Carry Ons is just that checked bags have gotten so expensive. Go back to giving one free checked bag (or at least something cheaper than the $35 I pay) and the carry on situation would be resolved.

[@michellemcgill9328]

Good I’m not the only one who keeps her seatbelt on the entire time 😅

[@trc0o0az]

As a high school teacher for years, flight attendants really should get over people not caring to listen to them.

[@carolepeck3829]

Don't be that person.

[@Violetta1912]

Sometimes their actions affect not only themselves but can put others at risk. I think being a teacher can’t be compared to being an air hostess, teachers just have to make sure their lessons are interesting enough for everyone to pay attention.

[@frankrault3190]

@@Violetta1912 Stupid remark. Teachers are responsible for the safety of the children, of the timed distribution of diabetes medication, of guiding the children to a safe place in case of emergency, to stop fights without having the right to even touch the fighters, to guard over 30 children during a educational trip outdoors, etc. etc. Oh, and they don't get paid for that.

[@Mr.DJones]

I bet you complain about parents who don't listen to you.

[@doverbeachcomber]

It’s a matter of simple courtesy to listen respectfully (or at least pretend to) when a flight attendant is talking to everyone. Adults shouldn’t adopt the rudeness of high school kids (which I’m sorry you’ve experienced) as their standard of behavior - unless they’re willing to be thought not to have grown up themselves.

[@sunrainsnow]

Agree with some of the points. As a 4ft 9 person, I usually try my best to put my backpack under the seat since I wouldn’t be able to reach the overhead bin. But for long flights, I usually sit at the isle seat and most airplanes have the entertainment system box underneath the isle seat which blocks half the space which then lead to a regular size backpack unable to fit. Since I’m petite, i have to say I’m guilty at asking help from flight attendants to put my backpack in the overhead bin. Also when in long haul flights I’m guilty of taking off the seat belt and lay down across the whole row of seats they are empty. But I will always sit upright and fasten my seatbelt when I hear the seatbelt sign turn on since I’m a light sleeper in planes

[@claudiamiller7730]

Erg…..I’m sorry..but if you can’t lift that suitcase overhead…don’t ask me to help you because, just like the flight personnel….I don’t want to risk injury by lifting YOUR bag…..you’ve got to pack differently or check your luggage!. I know this sounds mean, and I try to help folks anyway I can…but - gee whiz!! Take responsibility for your stuff!! Thanks for another great vid, Megan!💕

[@annamarielewis7078]

I have a bad back, and have been taking Yoga to gain strength so I can lift my own bag. I agree with being responsible and independent while traveling. People are usually kind, but I need to be able.

[@karenhenry5806]

Ok. Trying to get bag lighter.

[@runawaytechgal1467]

I help the elderly and anybody that asks. You never know a disability that someone is living with. Not all can be seen. Helping others should never be a no-no, it should be a go-to model.

[@wiverra]

I don’t know if it is strictly European thing, but as a short’ish (160cm/5’3) woman completely capable of handling my own luggage - I more often than not find some keen helper (either a male passenger or a FA of any gender) nearby rushing to assist me before I even get a chance to politely decline help 😂 It is a nice gesture, but unnecessary. And I would off course offer to help if some fellow passenger seemed to be struggling, but usually there is someone already helping them out.

[@runawaytechgal1467]

@wiverra I love my shorter, spunky friends. I see them lift their own carryon into the overhead, but they point to me to get things off of the top of the grocery store shelves all of the time. Such is life.

[@Crz4wizard]

As a flight crew, it’s a safety concern when aisle seat passengers have their legs in the aisle, specially when we are coming around with our carts. You can injure yourself or you can trip anyone walking in the aisle

[@Devedander]

While I definitely understand the safety issue, they keep reducing seat pitch, where are my legs supposed to go?

[@Crz4wizard]

@@Devedander put your feet under the seat in front of you.. what do you mean?? If you have a bag there, move it or hold it, and put your legs under the seat in front of you.

[@Devedander]

@@Crz4wizard with seat pitch where it is my knees basically press into the seat in front of me normally. To get my legs under the seat in front of my I have to slouch down or else bend my knees backwards because the seat frame is so low.

[@roo1314]

While it isn't the flight crew's fault, legs in the aisle have everything to do with the greed of the company--that is, cram those seats so close together there's next to no space for your feet, your legs, your nose, your arms.

[@Devedander]

@@roo1314 Exactly. Almost everything that annoys people on flights is the result of profit maximizing by the airlines. They take our money and then make us fight with each other other the bad treatment.

[@pol2171]

Good advice. When flying with small children we had pre-booked children's meals for them. However, at service time one of our children was fast asleep. The cabin crew member said they would hold it for him. But when he woke up it wasn't able to be found. To their credit, they brought him something from first class. Wonderful, except that the offerings were not so palatable to a small child. We appreciated that they did their best and got him an extra bread roll instead. Wonderful service, in my opinion, and we told them so. They cannot just set down and order the nearest child-friendly meal and we appreciated they did their best. Thank you for a wonderful cabin crew.

[@PortableProfessional]

Their resources are definitely limited but it is nice that they tried to accommodate! Happy travels!

[@markpeavy4005]

How about what annoys me the most as a passenger! I have a list. It involves the airlines breaking my carry on luggage and many other things. It goes both ways but airline service has gone completely off the charts down in the last 10-15 years. Rant over...for now.

[@Anonymous-il8yl]

Here’s what drives me crazy: on aircraft that have the newer overhead bins (Boeing 787 Dreamliner, newer Boeing 737’s, etc.), people don’t put their bags in the bins on their side. The bins are literally designed to hold 40% more space and it defeats the purpose of the bag if it is flat down rather than upright on. Also, I get what you mean when the overhead bins are for larger bags and the space under the seat is for personal items. I am 6 feet tall, and my feet need to go under the seat; however, I am not obnoxious about it. Usually, I wait for boarding to be complete for all passengers to put their larger bags up in the bins, and if there is more space left, I’ll put my bag up.

[@angelakelley2296]

I am a southerner, and those words just sometimes happen. But I also say, yes, mam and sir. So be kind.😊

[@PortableProfessional]

Polite and kind! You can't go wrong! Happy travels!

[@mattlawrence7130]

I pretty much need to check a bag with some of what I travel with. In addition, I bought a carryon backpack from Nomatic (their first product) that is designed to be exactly the maximum dimensions for a carryon. Typically, I put my computer bag in it as well. I know you said to put your "personal item" under the seat, but I am not as petite and delicate as you are, so I really need the space for my feet. Another nice thing about the backpack is that it has pockets on the top, which is facing out when in the overhead, so it's easy to put stuff you may want during the flight in them. It's also a bit squishable unlike hard sided luggage, so if just a little bit more space is needed for someone else's bag, it can be available. It also has space for my jacket on top of it. And even though I am not exceptionally tall, the bottom of most overhead bins is below chin level on me, so I am happy to help others put their bags overhead or, more importantly, help them get it down after the flight.

[@mindbodyhome102]

My pet peeve? Plane design!! What in God's name are they thinking packing us in like sardines and charging us an arm and a leg for the priviledge of morphing into a sardine? Speaking of arms and legs, when the service cart can not make it down the aisle of the plane without taking someone's arm and/or leg off, there is a design flaw. When you can not recline your seat without hitting the person behind you there is a design flaw. In their race to make a buck or two more, they make flying a horrendous experience for all of us. Also, second peeve....headphones and tech. I remember when flying was a fun adventure and you met all kinds of people sitting next to you. Once I even met a guy I ended up dating. Now everyone is anti social/pro tech and, as a nervous flyer and an extrovert, this also ruins the experience.

[@talldiversvideos3682]

Agree with all but one of these. Overhead bins and storage underneath seat in front of me. As a guy of 6’5” I want absolutely nothing but my feet and legs under that seat. Therefore I pack considerately and only bring a small daypack aboard which usually can lie on top of a roller bag in the overhead bin. I don’t see why I would have to squish my feet to accommodate passengers who have been too stingy or rushed to appropriately check their gargantuan roller cases….

[@kovie9162]

I agree. Why is someone allowed to put a 12kg carry-on there but someone else can't put a 3kg backpack if it's their only carry-on? Makes absolutely no sense. I mean if it was an expandable backpack and could be made as big as a carry-on suitcase, it would suddenly be ok to put there?

[@adotintheshark4848]

simply because the ones who put big bags in the overhead leave no room for people with small bags. I think airlines should reduce the allowable size of carry-ons. @@kovie9162

[@jf0817bl]

TOTALLY agree.

[@timtouchet7224]

Your personal item only has to be under the seat during taxi, takeoff, and landing in order for all have a clear path to the aisle during an emergency evacuation, which would only occur while on the ground. Once airborne, place it behind your legs so you’re able to stretch out. Please be accommodating to all.

[@duckypam]

💯 you shouldn’t. They can check their bags. I always check my carry on. Often I have my bird spotting scope/tripod bag that I put in the overhead bin without an ounce of guilt

[@jimedwards3178]

The area under the seat is for my feet, not my backpack. If my backpack goes under the seat, then I have no seat because the airlines don't afford enough room for both when you are 6'6'. So get over it, my backpack will be in the overhead bin.

[@PortableProfessional]

Thanks for watching, Jim!

[@koenven7012]

I agree. my backpack is my only carry-on item, so it goes in the overhead bin (and I put my coat on top of the backpack, so that doesn't take more space either), while my feet go underneath the seat in front of me. If airlines would follow their own rules and check the size of the carry-on bags before boarding, there should be enough space.

[@manalipatel13]

You’re the first person to tell me blankets were not meant to be taken with us. I have definitely taken home with me not knowing they re-use it. Thanks for the information, Megan! I enjoyed your video! Love from Texas! ❤

[@PortableProfessional]

Thanks for watching, Manali!

[@magietagie]

I wasn’t aware that flight attendants couldn’t re-use your cup, so that is good to know! Thanks again for a great tips!

[@PauldeVrieze]

If I remember correctly I have had coffee cup refills on long haul flights, so this may be a US thing.

[@nici5451]

We have been on several flights (in Europe /from or to Europe) where we got refills with coffee or water. They went around only with the coffee or water bottle and didn't have any cups with them. So I guess there are regional differences.

[@amandajane8227]

yes on Singapore airlines they have been happy to refill my cup.@@PauldeVrieze

[@thelmabayot360]

One irritating experience is when you are seated in the middle chair and the two people on both sides extend their elbows to your arm rest.You couldn’t move on either side to relax. How annoying.

[@aland1439]

The middle seat gets both arm rests.

[@katrinam2118]

Re: changing seats before take-off. I believe passenger seats (and averaged weights) are also calculated with the cargo underneath, to ensure the full planes weight (yield) is distributed for take-offs and landings. For safety❗️ Maybe that empty full row is because the cargo below is very heavy - who knows, but don’t assume..

[@benh3427]

Maybe because just in case that something really bad happens and they need to know who was sitting in the missing sit on take off!?

[@ToriE1073]

Awww I hope Ollie feels better soon!! My number one pet peeve when I fly is when passengers hop up and stand in the aisle as soon as the plane stops. WHYYYY?!? We all know they’re not going to open the doors for at least 15 minutes, meanwhile nobody else can get up to retrieve luggage etc. 😑

[@b_charging]

Because some people have extremely tight connections, and are trying to save every minute they can.

[@ToriE1073]

@@b_charging that’s reasonable and acceptable, but in my experience it’s more than usually half the plane so 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@daytriker]

Airlines should use the same disembarking method as they do for embarking. That is, the first 10 rows, or the last 10 rows followed by the next 10 rows. My guess is it would get everyone off faster instead of being stuck behind people trying to retrieve their luggage or get past people stuck half way in the aisle & half way in their seat.

[@lynnebattaglia-triggs1042]

Why? Because their leg hurts? Because their foot fell asleep? Because someone has been encroaching on their space the entire flight?

[@adotintheshark4848]

and they can only get off when those in front of them have deplaned first!

[@hiviolet007]

All great points, Megan! I rarely use the overhead space anymore as I check a bag and bring a personal item I can store under the seat. If it’s a short flight and I only have a carry on, what bugs me most is seeing coats and souvenir bags taking up the entire bin. 😡

[@PortableProfessional]

Thank you! I agree with you on that one!

[@Devedander]

@@PortableProfessionalis disagree that overhead bin space is not part of your ticket. Tickets are sold that specifically don’t have overhead bin access and more expensive ones call out overhead bin access as part of the up charge. Why would that not be part of my ticket?

[@johanneskreisler7647]

This will become a matter of how short and how bulky is your personal item. Big bags should be prohibited in overhead bins. It is nonsense that you do not buy a place for your things on the flight. You are buying it and you do not want to pay for somebody’s bulky luggage.

[@johanneskreisler7647]

This is the best argument.

[@duckypam]

And I will still put my coat up there.

[@cijmo]

Great tips...extending just a few moments back, please be ready in the passenger lounge with your carry on packed back up and ID/passport ready for inspection. As far as putting things in the overhead bin, I have yet to run into a taller fellow passenger who is not willing to help you put yours in. Now that I'm older it's a given they will but even when I was younger, it was never a problem.

[@karenwilkerson6628]

Thank you so much. You're amazing at giving information. I've never flown before. But I will be in early 2024. I'm nervous, but your videos are so helpful. Keep up the good work, my friend.

[@PortableProfessional]

My pleasure, Karen! How exciting, your first flight! Enjoy!

[@maryjackson1194]

I have very long legs -- even when I purchase extra leg room, there's no room for my legs if my personal item is at my feet. I'm going to continue to put it above; I tell the FA "that's my carry-on." Maybe if FAs would tell the person in front of me not to recline, I could sit with my feet back and knees up -- but until that happens, my laptop bag goes overhead.

[@Yeviscount]

I got a great idea regarding carry ons. Let checked baggage go free so people dont bring ridiculously huge carry ons on board. Be amazed how much it speeds things up and helps with on time performance .

[@b.w.9244]

On a flight from Milan I kept hitting the call button. It was in a weird place near my left hip along with a bunch of other buttons, with no 'map' of the layout. Attendant was annoyed. She would show up and look at me, and I would be " uh...did I do it again?"

[@markppennington6639]

Good advice for all! One comment about pens. At least one of them should be black or blue for filling out customs forms on international flights. Recently went with a group to Jamaica. One of the people filled out his form in purple ink. He had to stand at the counter and redo everything in black, much to the annoyance of everyone else in the group.

[@PortableProfessional]

Good tip! Safe travels, Mark and thanks for watching!

[@SharonRepici]

On another blog someone mentioned not bringing too many pens with you as, "one pen is for writing, more than that can be a weapon." She said she had half a dozen confiscated at TSA. I checked my purse that day and found 4 pens sitting at the bottom.

[@gogreen7794]

I've been on flights where the flight attendants DON'T follow-up with passengers who don't put away their laptops before takeoff or landing. They've walked right by those passengers and not said anything. I felt like saying something to the flight attendants, but decided it wasn't my place. I just crossed my fingers and hoped nothing would happen to make the laptops go flying through the cabin.

[@lynneuribeross2695]

Short people can't put things in the overhead.

[@DieselDucy]

Let’s get her to 100k. This is great content. So many people check their brains at the door when they enter the airport.

[@nikij.6058]

Heard a flight attendant yesterday say to 3 younger passengers when they asked what was available to drink say “the same thing that we’ve had all day”. So condescending even if it’s the fiftieth time she has said it in one day. The job is tough for sure however if they can’t deal with repeat questions they need to find a different line of work as those questions will never go away and they will become bitter.

[@PortableProfessional]

Certainly not the best response! Hoping they were just having a bad day! Thanks for watching!

[@kovie9162]

I've noticed that FAs seem to have gotten less friendly and more curt and dismissive in recent years. Of course passengers have also gotten ruder and meaner, and obviously that's had something to do with it. But still, if you've done nothing to deserve such treatment, it's just not right.

[@itsmeLori]

I agree, while it would be nice to be as considerate as possible to FAs a certain amount of this is just part of the job. When I worked in jobs that had a customer service component I had to deal with all kinds of weird and annoying and rude things-and if I let it get to me I would’ve been miserable and it would have turned into a vicious cycle. Instead I had consideration for my customers too. I didn’t lose it on people for understandable ignorance, because how are they supposed to know what my life is like unless someone tells them? And little more empathy from everyone can go a long way.

[@stuharris9993]

Right after you said to never touch a flight attendant, at 6:01, there's a clip of a flight attendant tapping the shoulder of a passenger. Not a two-way street I guess!

[@tomjones2157]

Many people with autism do not like being touched by random people. It's disgusting and can trigger a huge emotional response.

[@hollyramseyer7629]

They have to tap you if you have headphones in and cannot hear them or are sleeping.

[@Tarapeutic]

I love your channel. You give such practical advice!

[@user-mq5kx2se2q]

Thanks for this list, and for explaining the reasoning behind each item. Patience, Ollie. You will soon feel much better.

[@PortableProfessional]

You are welcome! Ollie thanks you for your kind and encouraging words!

[@inyobill]

Well, no explanation about why I can't stow my jacket on top of my carry-on.

[@mpb3481]

⁠@@inyobillif you put your jacket on top of your carry-on, no problem. But some passengers put their jackets, especially thick or bulky ones, beside their carry-ons and therefore use up space that might leave still-boarding passengers with no place to stow their stuff.

[@inyobill]

@@mpb3481 OK, that answers my question and confirms my speculation. Thanks for4 the reply.

[@T.Pink.]

1. Switching seats. 2. Asking questions or making special requests upon boarding. 3. Misuse overhead bin space. 4. Don’t argue with the flight attendant about what you can or can’t put in the overhead bin. 5. Don’t ask the flight attendant to lift your heavy luggage into the overhead bin. 6. Leave your headphones in or holding a conversation during safety demonstration. 7. Pretending to fasten your seatbelt. 8. Tugging or poking the flight attendants to get their attention. 9. Call the flight attendant a term of endearment like honey or sweetie. 10. Don’t snap your fingers at or flirt with flight attendants. 11. Know ahead of time what you want to order from the snack/drink cart. 12. Make your meal choice in advance. Don’t complain when the wrong food is given to you. 13. Don’t have flight attendant refill your used cup. 14. Don’t clean up your seat mates trash. 15. Be sure your buckled seatbelt is visible to the flight attendant at all times. 16. Don’t block the aisle by needing to open your suitcase mid flight. 17. Have a pen handy. 18. Tell flight attendants if there’s a problem with something. 19. Don’t ask the flight attendants for special treatment. 20. Don’t leave trash at your seat.

[@kidMclean]

The thing that really gets me annoyed and frankly dont know how the staff deal with it , people that think they are somehow better than others , that think the rules dont apply to them. Pure arrogance.

[@frankgallego3782]

It sucks getting old but it does have some benefits. One is that most of those irritating things that annoyed me when I was younger are not a big deal any more. Poor puppy. Hope he gets well soon. Give him a kiss for me.

[@jackiegreiner8303]

This is a great video. Flight attendants have a tough enough job, especially on long, overnight flights, that they don't need people acting entitled. My husband and I are seasoned travelers and we are very respective of the cabin crew, but I could see a situation where I could really use their help but feel like they've been unnecessarily tested and now I'm just another problem passenger. (I ALWAYS watch the safety presentation. Not every plane is exactly alike and you're not always seated in the same area of the plane so it's a good opportunity to check where the nearest exit may be and be acquainted with the aircraft in general. My husband thinks it's silly that I want to know what type of plane we're on, but someday it may be advantageous to know.)

[@marcusbutzin8368]

Passengers talking on a cell phone on speaker mode so the whole cabin can hear the conversation both ways and the person on the other end using foul language!

[@markeaston7353]

An interesting video thanks but you should have prefaced it with a caveat that some of the issues only apply in the US. For example when flying in Europe, Asia Australia or for that matter most other places in the world flight attendants will always help with placing luggage in the overhead bins. Also, outside the US overhead bins are used for any item of luggage weighing under 7kg, including coats and backpacks. Bags over 7kg are not permitted in the cabin and need to b checked so there is no heavy luggage in overhead bins. This is far safer in case of a bin opening during turbulence and makes it far easier and quicker to load the plane.

[@kovie9162]

Not necessarily true. For example at CDG in Paris you're allowed up to 12kg per carry-on. And Delta has no weight limit that I know of.

[@michellewatson4843]

In Australia, especially on full flights, they ask that that overhead bins are used for larger carry-ons, and that smaller bags and items are put under the seat.

[@kovie9162]

@@michellewatson4843 On full flights this makes sense to make sure that all carry-ons can fit, but if there's room, I literally don't see why you can't store other items there.

[@SharonRepici]

Some European carriers allow up to 23kg (50.70 lbs) in the overhead. Be careful reporting what may not be true.

[@GenxGypsy1968]

Great video as always!! I love how your tips and suggestions are always specific and to the point, but with a touch of humor 😊

[@PortableProfessional]

Yay! Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mr-nobody-on-youtube]

It's the people that get up and start getting stuff out of cases the moment we get out of the initial climb.

[@sodorflubbs5000]

I have been a pushy passenger but there was a very good reason for it. We had issues with needing a tyre changed and it took over an hour. I have bladder issues and pleaded with the flight attendants to let me use the toilet. They let me use the one in first class at it was closest. But made it quite clear I couldn’t use it during the flight. I was very grateful made it quite clear that I understood to and didn’t try to use those facilities later. I felt very bad but it was an emergency. So there are exceptional times when such things are required

[@paulinecriel9905]

Planes seats in economy are not built for normal sized humans, they are built for an average 12 year old. I’m average sized (5ft 6in) and find them pretty small. My son is 6ft 8, and if he’s not lucky enough to get bulkhead or exit row sits with his knees near his armpits. I know it’s all about $$$, but gosh, no wonder people hate to fly.

[@ekdaufin1485]

Thank you for telling us how to be kind to the flight attendants as possible! Like so many of us- really poo job now with scheduling and pandemic shock.

[@PortableProfessional]

Thanks for watching!

[@williamj.dovejr.8613]

I can follow these, I just ask one thing...that I don't get a super talkative person next to me.

[@itsnotme07]

Awesome info as usual Megan!! I always do my best to try not to annoy the Flight Crew as they are pretty busy, especially before takeoff and landing. One thing to note for larger passengers. When you walk past the Flight Attendants, don't ask for a seat belt extender at that time. Make sure you are IN your seat and as the Flight Attendants move about the cabin in pre-flight, flag one of them down and make the request then. This way you don't interrupt what they were doing which may look not important, but it IS. Hope Ollie is feeling better soon!

[@PortableProfessional]

Thanks! Good tip for any request you might have. Ollie is feeling much better!

[@inyobill]

Once the safety[talk was wrapped up with: "If there's anything you want, don't hesitate to ask. As an attendant was walking up the aisle after, I asked if I could have a beer. They pointed out, of course, that beverages would be served after take-off. I pointed out what was said at the end of the safety talk. Upshot: "You were listening, you get free beer." I had two.

[@itsnotme07]

@@inyobill What a great Flight Attendant!

[@inyobill]

@@itsnotme07 My take also. And I have been taken care of by good ones.

[@Chris_at_Home]

I flew back and forth to work a few times a month for about 30 years. These planes were filled mostly with oil field workers and we could get on and off a plane fast. I also flew a lot on my time off. For 3 years I flew to the east coast from Alaska a few weeks every other month. I’ll only fly first class now. I also flew overseas for a few jobs. I’m real organized and like to just get to my seat and listen to music. Another thing is I had clothes at these places and only carried a small carry on.

[@Classicvirals]

Mine is when we board, you have an assigned seat. Why does everyone rush the entrance of the boarding area and stand there, making it hard for first groups to get on. So crazy.

[@PortableProfessional]

Thanks for watching!

[@puffapuffarice]

Fragrances! People please! Perhaps, you just discovered AX Body Spray & think a 4 hour flight will be SO much better if you doused yourself in it before hand; but you'd be wrong! Many workplaces discourage the use of fragrances, it's about time Airlines did as well. I'm sure cabin crew are not fond of spending hours fighting their gag reflex.

[@julienb5815]

7:25 Surprising indeed. Pretty sure I got my glass refilled a few times without anyone telling me it wasn't allowed with AF or KLM.

[@stephannieleach8360]

I have not flown internationally by myself from canada, but flying domestically I travel with a guide dog and what annoys me when I fly is when there is a person sitting in the aisle seat who constantly asks to pet my dog or even worse will try and pet my dog while I'm trying to sleep and they do not realize that I can feel all the movements that my dog makes even when I'm sleeping. With Canadian Airlines I am guaranteed an extra seat for my dog because he is a large breed dog and I usually prefer the window and middle seat as I usually lean against the wall when I'm sleeping and he gets the middle seat for extra room. My advice is please do not bother guide or service dogs when they are traveling on flights and please keep your crated pet dogs crated at all times when traveling

[@MegaLokopo]

I hope you pay for the second seat.

[@GanimeadMusic]

Probably not 😊

[@donnhall9800]

On a LONG distance flight, if you purchase a seat in the "Premium Economy" section you may find that the premium economy section has no attendant - the Business - First Class attendants OR the Economy attendants are supposed to watch out and take care of Premium Economy but if they are busy and your call button is not seen, they don't. You might sit there for 15 minutes before someone sees that you have the call button on. After dropping a couple of thousand dollars on fares it is irritating to be ignored. Personal experience...

[@christopherx7428]

If someone finishes their meal, puts their air pods on the meal tray and goes to the toilet only to find out that the garbage was removed when they come back then they have no one, absolutely no one, to blame but themselves.

[@legalavocado3447]

Have started flying in the US several times a year since our daughter moved 1500 miles away. It drives me nuts that on every single flight, I see the people around me abusing the overhead space. Despite being told a dozen times before take-off that you can only have two items, somehow there's always that person who has their carryon, and a huge backpack, AND a shopping bag or two. How they get past the gate and attendants is a mystery to me, because I've had my head almost taken off when employees suspected that I wasn't going to put my third item (small purse) into my backpack.

[@sexygeek8996]

Those oversized items should be removed from the bins to make room for compliant items. Being there first doesn't mean it gets priority.

[@SnowySpiritRuby]

It's not just about the number of bags, but also their contents. Many (or maybe most, or even all, I'm not sure) airlines have a list of "exempt items" (it varies somewhat from airline to airline and country to country) that don't count toward carryon allowance, and while I'm definitely not saying that there aren't people who abuse the allowance, the exempt list appears to be a lesser known fact - for example, I used to have to travel carry-on only with 3 bags (smaller school size backpack, 19" carryon suitcase, and small overnight bag), and the only issue I was ever given was from one gate agent who assumed that the contents of my 3rd bag were such that it wasn't exempt (and the contents of which made checking it into the cargo hold not an option) and he was just about to the point of forcing me to check it all the way through, but as soon as I told him what was in it (all exempt), he apologized and dropped the subject.

[@Clutching.My.Pearls]

I can't count how many times I've been asked to place a bag or remove a bag for someone, because I'm tall! Traveling was part of my job years ago and I learned quickly how to pack minimally. Now, some entitled passenger is asking me to lift their bag, which is very heavy, for them. At the beginning I'd feel intimidated and help. But, I was finally done with this after hurting myself one trip. I finally stopped and when they'd ask and I'd say, "If you can't lift your own bag...CHECK IT!" I actually had a shorter man ask me to stow his bag in a very condescending tone...he was surprised when I pushed back.

[@glassgoddess8646]

Basic etiquette: Don't remove shoes, socks, or do any personal hygiene in your seat. Keep your chair up right on 4hour or shorter flights, dont talk to loud, only you & the person you're speaking to should hear the conversation. Try not to be disruptive ie: constantly clicking your seat belt, getting up & down(unless absolutely necessary), calling the flight attendant, & middle seat gets both arm rest. Don't take up more over head bin space than you should. We all get annoyed with the people who carry oversized bags on trying not to get caught. And strong smells: food, perfume/cologne, body odor etc. We are all stuck in the same sardine can, please be courteous, so we can all survive the flight.

[@lisaflores2016]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 you said we can't put our head rests back??? 😅 I guess it doesn't matter to us cause we always go first class 🙏😊