We asked flight attendants about the most annoying things passengers do on planes here’s what they said.
flight crew members deserve the utmost respect.
“There’s much more to the job than providing an in-flight service.
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“When something happens 36,000 feet above the ground, we are the first responders.”
It’s simple: Be nice.
“At the end of the day, it comes down to the golden rule.
That also means that we have feelings and emotions like everybody else.
A little kindness can go a long way.”
What else can you do?
We took to Reddit to ask theflight attendantcommunity about all the things passengers do that annoy crew members.
Here are the 10 most offensive actions you should avoid.
“Do not touch us.
Don’t poke me or tap me or wiggle your fingers on my arm.
I have a name tag.
‘Ma’am’ and ‘excuse me’ also work really well,” one flight attendant said.
Just c’mon don’t.”
“Why didn’t you take the pill while waiting in the gate area?
There are ample water fountains and bottled water for sale in the airport.”
Using the Bathroom at an Inopportune Time
We get it.
Sometimes, you just have to go.
But if you’re free to, plan bathroom trips so that they don’t coincide with service.
Pressing the Call Bell Every Two Minutes
You know that call button above your seat?
Just hang on for five minutes," a crew member stated.
“We find out about the delay when passengers do, and we can’t control connections.”
And no, they won’t hold the next flight for you."
“We have about 300 passengers here.
Why not behave like everyone else?”
one crew member shared.
Flight attendants are only able to assist, not lift."
Stretching in the Middle of the Aisle
Stretching is importantfor a long-haul flight.
Just see to it you do so in an appropriate spot.
“I’m doing my job in my workspace.”
We are people, too.
hey treat us with respect."
