Flying can be an exciting experience, but it’s important to be considerate of others around you. Here are a few easy-to-follow etiquette tips to make your flight enjoyable for everyone.
1. Seat Reclining: Be Considerate
Reclining your seat can help you relax, but always check if it’s a good time to do so. If the person behind you is eating or working on a laptop, leaving your seat upright is polite. If you need to recline, make sure you do it gently and be aware of how it may affect the passenger behind you.
2. Keep Your Space Neat
Your seat is your space, and it’s important to keep your items within the confines of your seat. Avoid spreading your belongings into the aisles or over your neighbor’s area. This helps keep the flight comfortable and safe for everyone.
3. Use Headphones for Entertainment
Nobody wants to listen to your music or videos. Always wear headphones if you’re watching a movie or listening to music. Keep the volume low so it doesn’t leak out and disturb others.
4. Be Thoughtful with Food Choices
It is perfectly normal for someone to bring snacks from home; just consider choosing food that does not create havoc for other passengers. Avoid pungent food and messy foods that could spill to keep other passengers comfortable. Simple, odorless snacks are the best available option when flying.
5. Stay Fresh
In a confined space with others, personal hygiene becomes important. Freshening up before boarding is mandatory, and feet should remain inside the seating area. Attention to hygiene will create a pleasant experience for everyone.
6. Keep Conversations Low-Key
It’s great to talk to your seatmate, but remember their condition. When they are resting or have headphones in, you should respect that and keep conversations short.
7. Offer Help When Needed
If you ever see a person trying to carry or find a way to locate his seat, pitch in and help when you can. Acts of kindness go a long way to creating a very positive atmosphere flying through the airplane.
8. Follow Crew Instructions
The flight attendants are there to keep everyone safe and comfortable. Be sure to comply with their instructions and request help only when needed. If you have to reach out for service, use the call button instead. But remember they have many other passengers to be looked after.
These rules will contribute to making the flying experience as peaceful and enjoyable as possible, both for you and for all passengers
