Good intentions don’t always translate to good behavior—especially on a plane. Call me a Pollyanna, but I’ve always held the belief that most adults, deep down inside, are decent people. …
flight attendants
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Airlines
He Refused Every Drink and Snack on the Flight. That Got Him Arrested
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegFlight attendants noticed something unusual when one passenger refused everything on a long flight—and alerted authorities. It’s no secret that, when you travel, you’re being watched. Regardless of what country …
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Travel
The Real Reason Your Seat Has to Be Upright During Takeoff and Landing
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegThat pre-flight announcement isn’t arbitrary. Here’s why seat backs must be upright for takeoff and landing. You’ve boarded your plane and gotten yourself settled. Your carry-on bag is in the …
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Airlines
A Flight Attendant Refused to Serve Alcohol to an Exit Row Passenger—Was That Allowed?
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWe all know that flight attendants have a hard job to do. They’re at the ready to keep you safe, of course – that’s the #1 part of their job. …
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Airlines
What Flight Attendants Are Actually Doing When They Greet You
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegOne of the first things you notice when boarding a plane is a flight attendant greeting you. What most passengers don’t realize is that the greeting does more than just …
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Travel
The Tiny Triangle on Airplane Cabins Most Passengers Never Notice
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegSome people travel a lot. And I mean A LOT. They probably already know about all the “little things” about airplanes, like: Why plane windows are so small, why they’re …
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Tips and Tricks
Flight Attendants Share the Best (and Worst) Ways Passengers Get Their Attention
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegFlight attendants say some methods are appreciated—and others are a fast way to irritate the crew. The primary responsibility of a flight attendant is passenger safety. While customer service is …
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Airlines
What Flight Attendants Do With Leftover Alcohol Served in First Class
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegFlying first class is fun. You get a bigger, comfier seat, more legroom, better food, and a wide selection of adult beverages. That fancy alcohol doesn’t come cheap, of course. …
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Airlines
A Flight Attendant Finally Lost Her Patience—and Said It Over the PA
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegA flight attendant’s blunt announcement over the PA system is drawing attention for how directly it addressed passengers ignoring basic safety rules during taxi. Some found it harsh. Others thought …
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Hotels
Man Furious Over Flight Crew ‘Cutting’ the Hotel Line Gets an Aviation Reality Check
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you stay at enough hotels – especially ones that are near (or even relatively near) an airport, this may be a familiar scene. Or maybe it’s even happened to …