I have a pilots license and my BS degree is in aviation safety. We studied aircraft accidents a lot in school. This video is very correct about sitting in the back half of the plane near the tail, but it did not say why that is. Reason is because in an impact the tail section almost always breaks off and lands away from the wreckage. Those strapped in the seats that were inside the tail section that broke off, almost always survive. Also in an impact the fuel in the wings will splash forward and incinerate everything in front of it and because the tail is behind the wings, the tail section does not get soaked in burning fuel. Always sit near the tail.
After rescheduling a flight home because I had to extend my stay since my father had passed away; I asked for a seat near the front if possible, when the ticket agent commented that the rear seats are safer. He then asked me, “Have you ever heard of a plane backing into a mountain?” He actually made me smile after such a stressful time. This was 20 years ago and I still remember this.
I am 61 years old, my father who was killed in an accident when I was ten, helped design the Sikorsky helicopter . He told me as a very little girl to always sit behind the wing of an airplane because that’s where they break. This video confirms for me a 50 plus year old warning from father to daughter insuring her safety in the event of a crash. I feel so grateful for my dad and thanks for this video.
As a travel agent I would usually ask the customer if they had a preference in seating. One older gentleman always asked to sit in the back. Asking him why, he responded with he’d never heard of an airplane backing into a mountain. Lol
Many good tips here. I was a professional flyer. One big tip is just be patient. Don’t let things that are minor (in the grand scheme of things)) stress you out. Remember that the guy in the very back of the aircraft arrives at the airport at nearly the same time as the guy in first class. Business upgrades are worth it when crossing an ocean. Definitely. Be nice to your cabin crew. They are underpaid (because of the perks) and have a fairly stressful day anyway. You will personally benefit from this because the flight attendants will know immediately who the professional flyers are. Time of day. If you absolutely need to get somewhere, leave as soon in the day as a flight is available. If weather or mechanical issues come up, the extra 3-4 hours you bought yourself will be worthwhile. Always, always, keep your seatbelt on when seated. And when you do need to walk to the WC always keep in mind that clear air turbulence comes without notice. Keep one hand on seat backs as you proceed through the cabin, and with the other, stretch up as if trying to reach the roof of the plane. If the plane suddenly loses altitude (which is usually the case) it will save you from striking the ceiling of the plane with your head. Keep your gear securely under the seat in front of you. If you have an empty seat next to you, use the seatbelt to secure your pack, or purse. Know the scheduled times for your flight. If you are scheduled for a 6 pm arrival, it is customary for the pilot to begin the enroute descent precisely 30 minutes out. Get up and head for the WC just before that, particularly on a lengthy flight. Stay ahead of the crowd. Noise cancelling headphones are definitely a must, particularly for long flights. We used to consider one hour aloft to be equal to abbot three hours on the ground in a noisy office. It leads to wear and tear on the body, and added stress. I find that preordering a seafood meal used to get you a better meal in the average. May have changed today. Participate in a frequent flyer lounge membership. It gives you a place to avoid the noisy airline terminals and get some rest either before or during layovers. And their staff will make sure you make your flight! Just remember the most important element: Remain patient. Your personal stress will not make things go better. Face up that weather issues and mechanical issues are simple fact of life events. They are out of your control. Let the flight crew deal with the stress. Relax! You’ll soon be there!
@@veramae4098 Tell that to James Joyce. This kindly aviation professional is sharing personal experience adn offering excellent advice and your response is Grammarly 101...yaawn. A simple "thank you" would suffice!
Delays affect different passengers in different ways. I'm just grateful that they found a problem BEFORE take off! Airline crews are usually pretty special and insightful people, so kudos and appreciation to one and all. Thank you for your insights. Being over the wing allowed me to save a "heavy" BA flight over JFK in 197? Holding pattern, blizzards, flights diverted to Ct. I noted flames erupting from the port (right?) engine, rang for the attendant. She looked, remarked, "Oh that's just the cold!" and SCARPERED! Five seconds later we were preparing to land. On exit she said "How did you stay so calm...?" I just smiled, grateful to be on terra firma. Note to BA: Where's my lifetime First Class upgrade... been waiting a while... 😉Just grateful for the soft, safe landing. 🥰😇
I can't sleep in the airport because the chairs are bad and you worry about your carry on and the noise. The quicker I can get on the plane the better and I always take the window seat and go straight to sleep. I wear sunglasses and maybe some loose ear plugs with a hoodie and a pillow against the window. I can sleep really good this way. I might wake up to eat and I do like the food, it is not bad. I don't have a problem with the WC breaks and usually don't even go , unless it is a 12 hour flight to Thailand or something. I often sleep through the landings and when I get to my destination , I am wide awake and fresh, ready to enjoy a vacation. My other family members have trouble sleeping on the plane and usually waste the first day of vacation in bed. I also work on freight trains and sleep really good on the engine. I use earplugs and sunglasses and a hoodie and can fall asleep in 10 minutes. On planes I take out the ear plugs during landings. I have a big box of them from the railway. They also work great for crying babies on the plane. I don't hear the babies cry.
You actually showed what the thumbnail advertised FIRST. That is so rare and refreshing. I still watched the whole video to the end. You also have a very gentle way of speaking unlike so many other similar channels that use hyperactive obnoxious speaking. These videos are actually relaxing and informative without obnoxious and annoying gimmicks. Well done with this channel. I didn't plan on watching the whole video, but got sucked in with the pleasantries of it all that I couldn't help but watch it all. Keep up the great work. I'm going to subscribe because of this. :)
I Agree--the presentation and the way it was narrated made it interesting~ and I stuck out to the end. The dying part I thought oh no.. but then it's a part of life so- overall very interesting and I learned a lot
Overhead bins tend to fill up, mostly due to people who bring more than their allotted bags and airline personnel who refuse to enforce those limitations. For this reason, it might make sense to board as quickly as possible.
When flying we always "ask" for hand luggage to be loaded with "hold" luggage, no security checks well within the luggage allowance and you have to wait for your hold luggage anyway, but can`t understand the rush to disembark the aircraft? sometimes before the plane has completly stopped!
There is an exception to the "board last" rule. If you got hand luggage and expect the overhead lockers to be full once you board, in this case go earlier.
@@Angyal_Angyalmany things that are dishonest or illegal do work. But it's recommendable to always quest yourself: would I like my own action performed on me by others? Everything comes back. People call it Karma. I started to try to do the right thing.
No need to fake an injury. If you are a mostly healthy adult and can assist others in an emergency, request to change your seat for an emergency exit row seat at counter. These passengers are always one of the first to board in coach. The plus is more legroom as well without the extra cost. The con is they may not be able to change your seat if it's a full flight. 😎🤟
In the old days you used to be able to do this, but for the past couple of decades they charge extra for an exit row; they figured out it's of course the row most people want having more room, etc.
@@ADAMSIXTIESthat and the bulkhead seats. Before the airlines started charging for these rows I would always pick those seats if they were available. ✈️
I used to be a flight attendant and let me tell you, not all airlines treat cabin crew so nicely. We were expected to sleep in regular economy class seats on long haul flights with only a curtain separating us from the rest of the cabin and no seats on flights less than 6 hours, so you eat standing or in galley jumpseats if there were any. Our airline was awarded 4 stars on skytrax and considered one of the friendliest airline (crew). And when we were all mass terminated, most of us found out via social media!! No package and not even a reference letter. Heartbreaking💔. Next time you book a flight to the friendly islands in the South Pacific, remember most of the staff get paid less that USD 15000 per annum and work under not so ideal conditions.
Was a Flight Attendant for two airlines back in the 80's. I flew during the "Golden Age of Flying". Passengers wore nice clothes and did what we told them to do. We were paid well too. The isles were wider, so that we could get our carts down them without hitting the passengers. It was a dream job and a great time. Can't imagine being a FA today......
You were not 'terminated' you were dismissed or made redundant from your job, or to break it down into simple grammatically correct English, your EMPLOYMENT was terminated . . .
As a flight attendant thanks for this video! Always be nice to your FA’s and Pilots. Even if there is a delay. The delay 10/10 has NOTHING to do with the crew members. Trust us, we are just as mad as you about not leaving on time due to the fact that we do NOT get paid while you are boarding the flight. We are simply helping without even getting paid for it. So please remember to be kind and that if there are any delays, it most likely has to be an emergency and we all rather be safe than sorry! Thank you all! ❤️
One thing that still angers me to this day: some scumbag at JFK airport lost his temper over a delayed flight and SLAMMED the gate agent to the ground. He broke his back and is paralyzed for LIFE. And the shitbag never went to prison. He should be serving at LEAST 20 years for assault and attempted murder. The gate agent almost died. Remember, he is paralyzed from the chest down for life.
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The morning before I was to return to the Midwest from my trip to Seattle, I acquired a back injury. The attendant at the check-in noticed and asked what happened. I told her that I was leading a child on a horse and the horse copped an attitude with me and tried to bucked the kid off and there was no way in Hades I was going to let that happen. Shortly before boarding I was informed that I had been upgraded to first class. I didn't fly too often so I was extremely surprised, and grateful. It will very likely be the only opportunity I will ever have at flying first class. I had the salmon.
The problem with boarding last is that the overhead storage around your seats become full as passengers carry luggage more than allowed and then you have to walk around looking for empty storage space.
And, not finding it & getting bad attitudes. The tail is the noisiest. Sometimes they double book & whoever got there 1st, keeps the sit. They'll be throwing u out very rudely if u object or get cranky.
Usually right but if you happen to be boarding last and towards the rear you would be monitoring if any empty luggage space earlier rather than wait till you get to your seat. Just common sense
The narrator made me laughing hard on some of his extra comments. Very entertaining. I’m used to flying long distance like 15 hours nonstop flights and these tips are very helpful. The death on board creeps me out though . Never thought of that happening. Thank you for bringing them up . I do wait last for boarding, no sense of waiting in line long time . International flights are pretty strict with carryons luggage , so no one really have 10 extra plastic bags with them like they just came back from the mall lol Tip on hydration on long haul flights : Bring your stainless steel water bottle on board , empty of course. Then , ask your stewardess for extra water and ice and fill up your water bottle. In this way , you will have cold water to sip on whenever you like throughout the flight without calling for it . It work for me on long flights.
I used to travel overseas in business class often so I had elite status with all the perks but on one particular trip I was flying economy with my husband for a vacation. The agent at the gate called me up and said she will upgrade me to business class since a passenger with a broken leg needs my aisle seat. I asked if my husband can take my seat upgrade instead since he has to finish some work on his laptop and would appreciate the extra space and she said sure. However, my lovely husband wanted to sit next to me on the flight so he told the agent to give the business class seat to the passenger with the broken leg instead. A few minutes later she called both my husband and I back to the gate and said, "Right answer! You're both upgrade to business class."
I used to travel overseas a lot and was lucky once many years ago. When I was traveling with my daughter back then was 3 yrs old . While travel back to the state we had to transfer and re -checking at Tokyo, the lady looked at our tickets and asked me : do u want to upgrade to business class seats ? What ? I thought she was joking . Do I need to pay extra ? No . Sure ! So sad, that’s my first time and only time sitting in business class seat ! After that, daughter always ask : mommy can you buy the business class seat ? Sorry , daughter , mommy ……………
@@W42PZ you wouldn't say "she called I", you'd say "she called me" hence "she called my husband and me". look it up, i swear it's correct even though 90% of people say it wrong these days (drives me bananas) including scriptwriters 😤
One of the bad things that happens these days is people who sit in the back put their carry on luggage in the first available overhead space. By the time you get to your seat there’s no place left to put your own luggage. Airlines need to stop allowing passengers to put luggage anywhere except where they are sitting.
The issue is that on many planes the overhead space over the last couple rows contains safety and first aid equipment, so the people in those seats have to put their things elsewhere.
Ya that wouldn’t work. In a three row span there is 9 people. Bags are all probably about 1.5ft. 3 rows would be 11-12ft. 3 rows is about 4-4ft. Do the math, you can’t fit that many bags above your head. You can’t create space that doesn’t exist.
Late comment. When flying to Hawaii once, the attendants disappeared immidiatly to their restroom after take off, and came out 5min before landing... They were sure resting, not even doing their minimum job. Should have been fired!
I always bring along a few gift cards, usually Starbucks since they're in just about every airport nowadays. I give them out to the Flight Attendant(s) that are working my section, as well as the pilot when leaving, if possible. I don't expect anything in return, it's merely a sincere gesture of thanks for everything they do to make sure I have a nice flight. But, I have noticed I'll occasionally get an extra soda or blanket, or complimentary wine/shot. Common courtesy goes a long ways, and it's always nice to show appreciation for the people who do an awesome job to make your trip better. 😊 Start your trip off fun, and make someone's day!
A terrific idea. When do you give the gift cards to the flight attendants? As you board? Once you're seated? After take off? I'm not really sure when is the best time. I'd rather give them the cards as soon as possible. Thanks.
@lankimanc I usually do it right when I find my seat, if they're nearby. Otherwise, I'll settle in, and then walk up and give it to them. If they're busy during boarding, I hand it to them when deplaning, and I walk past. I used to do it during meal service, but I found out that's actually one of the worst times to do it because they're busy and have nowhere to put it.
The problem today with “boarding last” is that you will NOT have overhead space on most flights, which are typically packed. If you’re checking luggage it’s fine, but doing that adds as much as an hour on both ends of the flight.
Unless you pay just few more £ Pounds for "Cabin Bag Guaranteed". I did it last week, boarded last and the flight attendant managed to find some space in an overhead locker for my hand luggage, despite the plane being packed. I flew from Glasgow (Scotland) to Rome (Italy) and back, no problem at all. I don't know if all airlines have this option, but it's worth a try, trust me!
indeed. And as a tall man (at least when compared with the space a typical airline thinks I need) I don't want to spend hours with my hand luggage under the seat in front of me, even more limiting my leg space.
Hence the reason, if you can, travel as light as possible. So when you get on board early, you have space for your hand luggage, and when you get off, you can go striaght out of the airport avoiding the wait for your checked in luggage... Of course, this is not always possible!
I am a short person, I never care about overhead space. I hand my bag to an attendance or passenger to take care of it, and when flight is over, I point at it for someone to fetch for me XD Can't help it, am too short! Oh I remember also one time I had to keep my bag under my chair cause there was no room but I didn't mind it either.
I once boarded near the last similar to your first suggestion. It was the first (domestic) leg of an international flight. They ran out of overhead bin space and demanded I check my carryon luggage to my final destination (Europe)My carryon had essentials for my LONG layover. I begged them to let me try to fit it up top. I will NEVER delay boarding again.
Yeah, I used to always board last, but it's just not viable anymore with everyone taking oversized carryon bags that fill all the overhead space before half the passengers are even boarded. This is largely airlines fault for ridiculous baggage fees, but also other people just generally being selfish inconsiderate assholes.
If you volunteer, at the gate, to let your carry-on be gate checked, you will have to remove so many items from it if you’re like me. I have to travel with about nine prescription medications (all in original containers), devices with lithium batteries (iPad, cameras), things I need in flight for medical conditions or comfort, and (often when returning with souvenirs) fragile items I don’t want broken. If all these come out of the carry-on, they have to go into another bag virtually as big. I’m drastically reducing my plane travel now.
I don't know the specific company in your case but you should carry all essentials in your pockets/pursue or even wear them. In the luggage you should put only things that even if you lose it you won't have big problems.
Great! Especially the gentle presentation of your choice of words to describe one's option to travel sitting next to a corpse on a long hall flight. This was brilliantly presented ! With some very useful tips. Thanks, Amar
The problem with boarding last... which I have personally encountered, particularly at the holidays, is that your carry-on baggage may wind up not only disallowed in the cabin, but on a later flight. The last flight I took, not only my luggage but the carry on luggage of eight other people who were last to board, was put on a later plane. Luckily I was going home and not to a vacation destination, the way I was when I traveled to Spain and was without clothes and toiletries for 3 or 4 days. I would rather stand up by the gate for a few minutes, waiting my turn to board, then relaxing in a seat and not have my luggage when I arrive.
thinking about it; it's probobly why they give people the nice seats. Not just because they were the last ones, but because they might be luggage screwed for a while.
My father worked for Delta for 33 years. Number one tip: the friendlier, more patient, and more understanding you are, the nicer your trip will be. They will bend over backwards for an easygoing passenger. Volunteer for those “can we get a volunteer for a later flight…” opportunities, they come with a hotel stay usually. If you need to stay 36 or more hours in a busy airport, the best thing you can do is stay quiet and still. Security will like you a whole lot more.
I was on a Delta flight to my home state of NY for a visit. Detroit was my only layover, but due to cross winds they asked for a dozen folks to volunteer for a later flight. I immediately volunteered and was offered a $250 voucher. Only 2 volunteered. Eventually they upped it to $1200 per person, and 3 of us volunteered to be put up in a hotel and leave the next morning. The following fall my husband I used that $1200 voucher toward a flight to Maui.
It did not work for me, I strict vegetarian, no egg and no cheese made from Rennet, In spite of confirming N times, I got served with snacks. This is Emirates, paid premium and of course that is the end of it but I got unwell and was shivering and asked for extra blanket, she refused. I said I am not well, they said, they don't have any while I am seeing them collect unused blankets before me. Seeing my plight co-passengers pulled out one unused one. I felt terrible. I am not the guy you would see even argue, I thought she would have behaved obligingly when she knows I am the tough guy.
The thing I love the MOST about flying is the take off. It’s like ur going 1mph…and suddenly the engines kick in and it’s like a rush for me….the speed and power…I love it. It’s like that Pink Floyd song learning to fly: “ There’s no sensation to compare with this” For me, it rings so true.💯❤️
The smaller table top runways, usually on the mountain airports will excite you more. The aircraft will do like what we do in car- Engage the clutch, rev to higher rpms and release thr clutch to get maximum throttle and pickup.
This comment made me smile and suddenly laugh.. it reminded me of me flying with Chinese Eastern. There was a sudden unusual speed I hadn't experienced in my first flight experience 😂😂😂😂😂. Suddendly I was pulled to the back of the seat. Like Hey MR. You got to lean on the seat back it's take off time. 😂😂😂😂
My friend. You need to experience the punch that happens when you are flying a military jet and you move from military power(100%) into afterburner on takeoff
I was taking flights twice a year for my 4 years of college and never got searched. Then after I joined the Marines I have been searched every time I've flown since. That's not a coincidence
During my US Navy days, early 1980s, my ship moved from the Charleston Navy Shipyard to our homeport of Norfolk, Va, after finishing refit. My car was still back in Charleston. So I took a quick flight, expecting no more than an hour, so I bought my ticket with cash and had no luggage. Yeah, I could tell they saw me as "questionable", but I wasn't searched. Then the flight goes further south to Savannah, Ga.! I thought I was on the wrong flight, and questioned the FA. But it was okay, just part of the route, we finally headed back up to Charleston. My drive back to Norfolk took less time than the flight! 😮
As an ex flight attendant, I ate a lot of airline food. Our meals were good! However, this was 50 yrs ago. The food was fresh and hot meals were heated in our ovens. Now it is very different. We gave much better service then.
Hi Terri, yes I can definitely attest to that, because I experienced it that way too, and we NEVER had a bad meal on our flights, and the meals were always piping hot and tasted great too! I left a message in the beginning of all of this, check it out!
I’ve tried to explain this to my kids. We actually were served good meals even on a short flight. It’s crazy how much money you pay for a flight now and you are lucky to get a tiny bag of snacks.
5:38 don’t let that scare you, pilots usually land blind because, what’s more effective; windows that are angled up so you can’t really see the runway somewhat close to the front of the plane (due to the plane needing to be aerodynamic), or some several thousand dollar instruments designed specifically for landing?
If visibility is a problem, why don't they put the cockpit under the nose? If they did, they could also give the pilots their own entrance and keep the cockpit sealed away from the cabin, oh, and add more seats.
Love business class, especially if you’re going over to Europe. I remember the days when passengers could buy insurance right before they boarded the plane.
As far as airline food goes; I work for a popular airline catering co. The food is NOT freeze blasted , whatever that is. It’s prepped the day of or night before, depending on what time the flight leaves. Aaaand, the pilot and co-pilot get meals from the same menu class! They are different because it’s the law. They have to be different in case the pilot gets sick from their meal. The co pilot who didn’t eat the same thing, therefore not sick, can fly the plane. You’re welcome. ;)
people love to say the most about things they know the least about. Thanks for your input. Im sure Karen and Kevin will completely disregard it or call it fake news.
On my trip from Alaska to Utah they found a tire on the runway after our plane and 4 others took off. We couldn't find out if we were the plane that lost the tire til we landed. We circled the airport for about an hour to rid fuel in case we crash. We landed a very rough landing! The plane jerked left so hard I thought we crashed. We even had to brace for a crash. The pilots were so good they corrected the plane and we safely stopped. People clapped their hands and celebrated. We were the plane. It was the back left wheel.
Wow, that is scary! When in the USAF if there was a potential problem as no indication that the flight gear came down, they would do a fly by so that the SOF (supervisor of flying) could do a visual and determine it was down. My only scary flight was sitting next to a wing and watching a rivet that apparently was loose and moving around the entire flight. Then a wind shear at touchdown nearly had our wing hit the runway. I was already nervous flying as the week before I was working when a plane that had left our base enroute to Chicago, took a lightening strike and went down.
I always aim to board first. Boarding last means you have to still wait for all the slow people blocking the isle, sorting their luggage into overhead storage, sorting their kids, etc… rather stressful. By getting to my seat first which is always the window seat, I avoid the hassle of asking people to stand up to let me in. I can also spread out to sort all my stuff for the flight, iPad, drinks, snacks, look at the inflight menu, etc. Once settled, I put my headphones on and start a movie on the iPad, oblivious to the other chaos around me! Less stressful.
Nah boarding last is when the aisles are basically empty. It’s so chill if you don’t have a lot of cabin luggage to worry about it; you just go immediately to ur seat and once you’re settled the planes ready to move
Yuck. Sitting in a cramped airplane while people file in makes me feel sick thinking about it. All that stale air before the cabin air circulation is turned on...awful
00:01 Boarding last can minimize the time spent on board 03:09 Airports use various methods to prevent accidents caused by birds and extreme weather conditions. 06:27 Airplane toilets don't empty waste into the sky, but accidents do happen. 09:38 Airplane food tastes bad due to low humidity levels in the cabin. 12:41 Safest seat in a plane is middle seats in the rear with 72% chance of survival 16:00 Window triangles indicate best vantage point for viewing wings 18:57 First-class and business class tickets have minimal differences in service but a significant price difference. 21:47 Pilots falling asleep while flying is a dangerous problem
As a disabled person I get priority boarding. There aren’t a lot of perks to being disabled, but a seat with more leg room because my knees don’t bend properly and my lower back is terrible makes all the difference on even a short hop.
Usually they will gate check a large bag. The thing is: they weigh your bag when you check it and charge you, etc when you check it at the desk. When they gate check your bag, it doesn't go with the other bags. You get it as you exit the plane, where gate checked wheelchairs and strollers are. Then you just have a small bag with essentials you can stow under your seat. I am always the last person on and I never have to wait in baggage, no matter how heavy my carry on bag is. Gate checking is not the same as checking it normally.
You can watch them put your bag in the cargo hold from the sky bridge, and it will be on the sky bridge at your destination when you de-plane. That can often be faster than going to the baggage claim and waiting for your bag there. It's less likely to wind up on the wrong plane if the handler grabs it from the skyway.
That's also another little known secret. If you call ahead to your airline and tell them you are disabled you can use curbside checkin, and they have airport porters who will meet you at curbside with a wheel chair and they take you directly to the front of the line at tsa screening and then take you to your gate. It's worth the cost of tipping the porter to breeze past those long tsa lines.
The secret of boarding SouthWest, where there are no seat assignments is to wait until about half the passengers are on board. Passengers always take the window, then the aisle seats, leaving the middle seat empty. The plane will be full, there is no hope of an empty seat next to you. Now as you walk down the aisle you have the choice of all the middle seats and can choose your travel partners according to your own criteria. I select mostly on body mass!
I am one with excess body mass. We flew in 2016 for the first time in decades and we chose Southwest for their great Person-of-size policies. We could reserve that center seat ahead of time to make it possible for me to fly. I was surprised at how many people wanted to argue themselves into sitting there! I really did need half of that seat to hold my hips, too! Luckily, Southwest issues a little printed sign for the seat that it is not available. So many people tried to sit there anyway.
You generally want to board flights as soon as possible if you have a carry on. The bins often fill up and crew start demanding items get checked for later passengers. Late boarding means you’ll have to stow your carry on far away or check something fragile or important you don’t want to have below and possibly get damaged or lost. 😞 Besides there is no advantage to waiting at the gate vs waiting in your seat- all settled and comfortable and free of the responsibility of keeping track of time, etc.
Question-I've only flown once. On that flight, they were looking for people willing to check their carry on. You still kept you personal item (backpack or purse). I had a clean shirt, underwear and toothbrush in that bag. I was jazzed to not have to drag my carry on bag on the plane and try to shove it in the overhead. Is that something they always do? It is expensive to check an extra bag, but if they will usually do it for free at the gate, that seems awsome.
@@joykinser3444 Overhead space is at a premium nowadays. If they don't request volunteers at the gate to check carry on bags, then I volunteer and in all my years of flying, they always said yes. They were happy for volunteers. I usually travel with a carry on, but I have no intentions of carrying it on the plane with me. I know I'm going to check it at the gate for free.😀
@@reishasemper300 The problem of lack of space in the overhead lockers is that people have such enormous carry-on bags nowadays. Actually a lot of them aren't bags - they're smallish suitcases - sometimes even with wheels!
I am 5'8" so I fit nicely into the seats and I prefer to be on the plane where my carry-on is stowed above , so I can relax, put in ear plugs and sun glasses and put up my hood and fall asleep. I can't stand the airport with bad chairs that you can't sleep on and people moving by you. On top of that the constant announcements on the PA system will wake you up. You have to tie your carry on to your arm with a cord so no one steals it while you try to sleep. Extreme difference to the comfy plane. If you are tall or big , I can understand not wanting to be on the plane. Get me out of the airport as quickly as you can and into the plane where it is warm and comfortable.
I always wondered about the lavatory door trick. Many years ago, my mother was flying LAX to DTW, non stop. About half way, a woman was walking back from first looking for her husband. My mother noticed flight attendants were helping the woman, and trying to get a lavatory door opened. Her husband was in the lavatory, and had died. An announcement asking for a doctor wasn’t successful and the plane started to descend immediately. My mother said anything not secured was flying around the cabin. The flight landed at a smaller airport somewhere in Kansas. Meanwhile, my dad and I were at the airport to pick my mother up. The board kept saying her flight was “delayed” and the gate agents were of no help not giving any information. My mother said after the flight landed, an ambulance crew boarded through the rear, confirmed the death, and began taking the man off on a stretcher. My mother said his wife must have been in shock because she then decided to go back to her seat. A flight attendant had to tell her she had to accompany her husbands body. Once the flight was airborne again, they were now almost 3 hours late, my dad and I were getting nervous. When the board finally said her flight had landed, we made our way to the gate. I was relieved when I saw my mothers red hair walking through the jet way. When she saw us she was shaking her head and finally told us what had happened. I’ve known 3 flight attendants and none of them ever had a death on one of their flights.
About 10 yrs ago our son took a redeye from Portland, OR to Myrtle Beach, NC for a family vacay. He was about 5 hrs late. I remember there being more than one issue...mechanical problem I think, and then someone had a heart attack mid air and they had to land elsewhere. I don't recall if he survived, but he was able to text us when diverted to the other airport so that we were not completely freaked out. I can imagine that you and your father were pretty stressed until you saw your mom.
A lot of US Navy Pilots Find their Way into the Commercial Airline System after getting out of the Service. You can actually tell if you have one of these Pilots on your plane because when they land, there's always an initial bump when you hit the tarmac but it's usually pretty smooth. The reason for this is because they are used to landing on Aircraft Carriers and they are looking to catch the tail hook out of force of habit. Also You know you've been in good hands with those pilots because they go through rigorous military training to get good at what they do
When I was a flight attendant, my flying partners and I would look at each other after touching down on a flight, and say one word out of these two - "NAVY" . . . or "AIR FORCE"! Brings back good memories! Blessings! 🛫🌎
If you have luggage checked in, then the free diversion to the hold is an advantage. On short flights it's easier to have a small bag by your feet than stow overhead anyway.
As someone who used to to every other week for several years, I can so most of this video is accurate, with the exception of the first section. There are several benefits to boarding first. 1. Most airlines board via group and while you can board after your group, you generally can’t board before. A trick here however is figuring out where the group before is about to finish, which is rather easy. This way you can be the first of your group. 2. Boarding last increases the chances you will have to check your carry-on, which for experienced travelers who usually don’t check baggage, could add up to a hour to their trip. 3. Finally, traveling is mentally exhausting and the less time you need to remain vigilant the better. Boarding sooner saves you up to an hour of mental energy.
I agree with you that if you do board last a lot of times, your carry-on will be taken away and put in with the rest of the luggage. So the time that you’re trying to save running to your connecting flight is totally ruined having to wait for your luggage.😢
Another secret (in regards to in death flight) but that was not mentioned in this video is, when a flight attendant passes becomes aware of a inflight death they will say the code word “Jim Wilson.” If you ever hear “Jim Wilson” by flight attendants or “passenger Jim Wilson,” that means a passenger died on flight, but obviously that code is used to not scare or freak out other passengers, and also that not everyone knows that, but another food for thought.
I've never been in a seat higher than economy but I would definitely try business or first depending on what is offered to me especially when I'm travelling more than 24 hours
Back in the 80s my mother and I were the last passengers to get on the Braniff Airlines flight from NYC to Dallas. The flight attendant asked us if we would like to sit in first class on our flight back to DFW. We gladly accepted and were wined and dined all the way home. It was a wonderful experience!! Today, you couldn't pay ME enough money to fly anywhere. If I can't get there by car, I don't need to be there.
I flew first class one time. From LA to Hawaii. I paid an extra $100 when Hawaiian airlines was offering it. For an extra $100 it was so worth it. I’m tall 6’2” and the legroom was amazing. The seat was nice and wide too. Food was very good and free drinks. In coach I cannot sleep at all! Too noisy and cramped. But in first class I did get in about an hour nap. I wish I could afford first class all the time.
I used to fly all the time on business, and my company didn't stump up on business class. However, eventually I started to get regular business class on Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines and British Airways due to my frequent flyer status. All gone now since COVID, alas. 😥
When taking commercial contracted flights In the military, the soldiers are sometimes expected to load the bags on the aircraft themselves. Usually, this is done with a "baggage detail." And it sucks when you aren't used to it. It usually comes with the perk of being sat in first class with all the higher-ups, though. Best sleep I've ever had on a plane.
Being that surname's were given to those who "earned" them, I'm just curious.. What body part did your ancestor use as a den for horse food? Just curious. Personally, I couldn't store enough to make a living this way. Also, no big envy here..
the one that surprised me the most is how you said that a plane crashing has a chance of 1/3b happening and im so happy I heard that because I keep seeing these "saddest plane crashes" vids on youtube. Thank you really much
I worked in airfield management in the air force. Part of our job was bird control. We had all kinds of flare guns we would shoot to scare them off. That was always fun.
@@spicyirwin5835 yeah but then the ravens become a problem... And they're big birds. It's impossible to avoid though. I was at a base in New Mexico so we didn't have too big of a bird problem. Still was, but nothing like an airport by the water. I can't imagine doing bird control somewhere likeJFK. Pretty sure they contract it out to a company that basically works full time on it. Oh and some airports do use falcons to chase birds off. Actually I think JFK does.
SSSS is basically on every reprinted ticket. I used to travel internationally for business and we'd always get these if we had to reprint the ticket, be it we're electing to take an earlier connection, buying an upgrade, or just losing the original ticket. It was especially bad in Frankfurt, Germany. There were always people who were late for their flights with these in that queue, it was pretty entertaining watching people begging to be let through.
@@Bonanzoo I am based in the US and have seen this on international flights into the US. My boss got SSSS on a connection in Denver when connecting from Munich to San Diego. The reason is they want to make sure someone isn't impersonating the passenger with the self service reprint ticket using a stolen document.
Yea I'm not sure I believe the video on this SSSS thing either because I always get chosen for 2nd screening or get pulled for extra security questions. This always happens to me in Asia though, not sure if it's because I travel so much internationally or maybe because the way I dress? Business casual is what I usually wear but no matter what I always have to do a 2nd screening in Asia and my ticket never has this.
I’ve had this on like every ticket when flying and I’ve only had the standard screening. Same with anyone else I’ve travelled with and this was to different countries.
In my airline (Lufthansa) the pilots could choose from the First Class Menu. No difference between pilot and co-pilot. It depended also on catering. Priority was of course given to the passengers, so only what was left could go to the cockpit. And since the flight attendants are the ones who control it, the cockpit crew had to be nice to get some of the delicious first class food. I used to work mostly in business class. I avoided to work in first class because to me it was all a bit too much there (maybe because I come from a regular working class family). The businessclas meals in my company were generally speaking very good. No need for caviar! And on the occasions that there was no first class, the cockpit had to share the leftovers meals with the cabin crew. On some flights, where it was known that almost always all the meals were distributed under the passengers and no meals were left, we had the possibility to order crew-meals one hour before the flight, for which we had to pay ourselves. About that list... this is a first that I hear about it. In my company there was as far as I know no such thing. About the difference in price between the classes, it is not only the service on board, but also the service outside and the extra amounts of bagage you can bring. First class passengers have their own lounge at many airports, they can board the plane faster than economy passengers or even businessclass passengers and are also the ones that can get off board first. I don't recall all the extra's you have as a first class passenger, but it is plenty enough to make it count. Rescheduling your flight in First or Businessclass is always free, whilst many economy tickets it is costly to do so. It happened once to me, many years ago that a man died on a flight from Frankfurt to New York, just after the first meal. After his death was affirmed by medical doctors, I carried the body, together with one of his sons (he was an old man) to the back of the plane, where we had the last row emptied and put him to rest there. It was a strange thing, as it was the first time that I ever held a dead person... That was about 30 years ago, as I'm already retired for 10 years.... but something like that you'll never forget.
@Debby Lou They were talking about several types of food. Besides it is a rule that is actually nonsense. If you get two same meals it is highly unlikely that both get sick. In my 30 years I have never seen anyone sick from airplane food.
i fly regularly on Lufthansa and i am disappointed on the quality of food , i prefer Swiss air more, will be flying on 29 Nov on Swiss ,i flew Air France in May, wow wow the food was so bad,
I had a SSSS on my tickets on both my flight from Australia to America and on my flight back. As I was a single female travelling alone for the first time with pre paid extra baggage on the return trip. I knew I had nothing to actually be nervous about but oh my word was that one of the most stressful experiences of my life!!
I remember one flight vividly,my first flight/tour to Iraq back in 2004. My Texas Guard unit had our whole battalion onboard,no civilians,we were allowed to have our weapons onboard(M-4s & M-16s) the entire 16 hr flight. It was an infantry unit,everyone was on their BEST behavior because our 1st Sgt and C0 were also onboard. LOL. AND boy was that first deployment HELL. Won't go into details,but it was BRUTAL !!! We bonded very well tho,the guys were more like my BROTHERS than fellow soldiers. It's sooo NICE to know someone has your back 100% and you have theirs. SEMPER-FI.
My very 1st flight was in an Air Force jet while 13 yr old in Civil Air Patrol. Then we had the opportunity to fly on a Piper Cub...good thing that was not the 1st flight! A little rough, you might say. Then 1st flight a BIG plane was @ 18 on my way to Lackland AFB. Once stationed at my 1st duty station I flew on a KC 135 tanker while they refueled a bomber. That was interesting, but it was cold and I slightly frost bit my toes, which still turn a whitish gray in cold temps. Husband and I served during peacetime. so will never know your experience. Much respect to you (and your brothers) for your service!!
My sister was an UnitedAirlines flight attendant. She flew troops toIraq many times. She loved it! I even ended up with a soldier from one of her flights that I sent packages too.❤
Quite enlightening. For 35 years I have been on an intercontinental flight at least once a month followed by a few regional flights before boarding the return transcontinental flight. Typically these flights would originate in Europe, Africa, North America, Oceania or Asia with destinations in these places as well. e.g. Schipol, Amsterdam to JFK and back etc. Most of this travel was paid for by my employer or our client, and I got the frequent flyer points. Between 81 and 87, it was all economy class travel, followed by business class as I climbed the corporate ladder. My travel enrichment schemes were therefore tailored to my class of travel. My inflexible rule was to be attired in decent business clothing. FLYING ECONOMY At check-in (in the days before seat selection at booking) I would request for an exit row aisle seat in the pleasantest way possible. Then as the check-in baggage was being tagged, my request would be for my bag to be tagged PRIORITY (which meant that my bag would come out with the business and FC passengers at the destination). Nine out of ten times the check-in clerk would oblige. I concur with the last to board idea while travelling economy. Cabin crew seeing a smartly attired person, even as they heave a sigh of relief that it would be 'blocks off' time in a few minutes would greet me with some enthusiasm. The spinoff benefit is that while on the ground, the air exchangers / ac etc are not working at full capacity till take off. In the tropics you want to bake for as little time as possible, even as you breathe stale air till take off. My carry on would just have one of those heavy old word processors, toiletry and some papers to deal with on the flight. Most importantly a track suit, sarong and a pair of carpet slippers. Even before the 'arm doors' command came over the intercom, sarong wrapped around the waist, got my pants off and into my jogging pants. Shirt, tie and jacket replaced by a sweatshirt. The suit and dress shirt in a hangar neatly draped over my knee, even as the cabin crew strapped themselves into their jump seats for takeoff. My sheepish opening line would be, 'cant afford to iron a crumpled suit' with a rueful grin. Some trivial pleasantries later, the seat belt signs would go off - and more often than not the Flight Attendant would ask if I wanted my suit hung up (another upper class perk). I would take the opportunity to ask for a customer feedback form, so I would say to compliment the airline for the generous service. And sure enough the graciousness of service shot up several notches. There are many more tips and tricks to make the most of flying economy, but the primary one is to be different without being arrogant, being pleasant and treating cabin crew with pleasant politeness. I have seen far too many passengers being boorish, petulant, demanding and querulous. As my frequent flier grade kept going up, I found that my on the ground treatment was upgraded with invitations to the lounge , automatic Priority baggage tagging etc. I can recall many special journeys where the cabin crew made my journey memorable, but not a single trip was ever unpleasant during my Economy class days. BUSINESS CLASS My rules remained unchanged, dress smartly while boarding, slip into comfortable stuff and the clothes would be hung up even without being asked. I am reminded of the Mary Poppins song 'A spoonful of sugar....'. Being pleasant begets pleasantness. While entitled to buy economy class tickets, on many a trip I had used my upgrade vouchers to fly Business - I daresay I liked it. Aside from all the perks on the ground, the main bonus was the air quality in the business class cabin. With fewer people per air exchange vent, the air felt less oppressive than in an economy class cabin (or was it my imagination). The better seating, the amenities kit and the higher attendant to passenger ratio was all well and good. What I missed most was the pre-take off and pre-landing chats with the cabin crew seated in the jump seat. I would try to get into my seat as early as possible so I could partake of my pre-take off aperitif of a mimosa (OJ and champers). Typically I would buy a bottle of Dom Perignon from the Duty Free, and request the cabin attendant to chill it, saying I 'prefer this' when s/he would say 'why? we have champagne on board'. Long and short of it, more often than not I would have a gutsful of champagne and before landing the crew would bring me back my bottle saying that we got you Dom from the FC stock. Enjoy this when you get home. In the nineties United who I almost invariably flew on US domestic routes had only FC and Coach. There was a particular ticket booklet with a very special fare called VUSA (visit USA) and though there were some rules the pricing was magic. I used to buy FC vouchers, and frankly though the price difference between FC and coach was small, I felt it not worth the difference. While service on long haul flights had a certain graciousness, domestic flights were perfunctory. By this time the Star Alliance and One World alliance had come into being, and if you were at the top tier in terms of miles racked up, your perks were carried across to another airline. At the risk of becoming more boring than I have already been, let me list the airlines that flew me around during the period 1989 to 2013, I promise to summarise my experiences in a few words. British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines, Swissair, Alitalia, Japan Air Lines, All Nippon Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Qantas, Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, Air Nuigini, Hang Kong Vietnam (Vietnam Airlines), Thai, Air Asia, Air France, KLM, Malaysia Airlines, Aeroflot, El Al, Varig, Royal Brunei, Philippine Airlines, Gulf Air, China Airlines, Emirates. All on Business or First (voucher upgrades). They all pretty much fly the same planes, Airbus or Boeing. comfort levels are generally similar in Business. Some are newer in design while others are older, but the human experience is similar. Post 9/11, the overall experience has been on a decline mode and I hung up my air travel boots. Train or private vehicle is my travel mode, and since I no longer travel for work I am in no rush to get into an aluminum alloy tube. Resumption of travel since the pandemic has brought service levels and passenger behaviour to a new low, I am told.
I’m 12 and on my first time on an airplane there was a lot of turbulence and I was calm but a lot of people were freaking out and I was so confused. Later I found out that the toilet over flowed. That’s it , it wasn’t the turbulence,but the toilet. Also I had a free soda in economy and so much leg room like I can have my bag on the ground and watch a movie (the movies are free) and the ticket was cheap to. Idk why but my ears didn’t get plugged and the food was great. If any of you go on a plane the worst thing to do is be scared, just relax. When the plane turned the soda I had in my cup was not moving it was just staying in the same position it was so cool. Have a amazing day!
Board last? Absolutely not. Airlines let people bring more and more hand luggage on nowadays so if you board last there is a good chance your hand luggage may have to be stowed away from you, even behind you, which is a real pain while getting off a plane. Try to board early and secure the space for your luggage
Agree, plus most of companies force people's to put small bags like backpacks under the seats which is stupid cuz already is not enough space if you need to put bags there is even worse. So yes boarding last on plane is a no no, in case if you do not have bags at all with you is ok maybe.
Yea but they tell you if the flight is full before you ever board. Getting on last saves you standing up for 20 mins just to sit and the same spot you would have sat in regardless.
@@SkyHighMediaGroupSMG Not sure you read hi post. Get on last then you can't put your bag anywhere because people take huge bags on board - Living in Asia, they often have three or four bags. As a result, it could be stored far from you or you will have ot put under your seat which means you have no place to put your feet.
My favourite IFE is simply pre-booking a window seat, 6 or 7 rows behind the right wing and simply watchin 'the stuff' - ailerons, flaps, spoilers etc. do their thing - AND IT'S FREE! Having said that, on one long-haul (Denver->Dublin [good to be home] trip), someone asked would I mind swopping for a centre seat as she'd never really flown 'window' so I figured yeah, why not? Ended up playing a ton of interactive games with other passengers with me in steerage, whoops sorry, 'economy' - great fun! Point being, sometimes it's really ok not to be close-minded. As is being polite and actually listening & thinking. "Time flies and so shall we". Just sayin'.
This was fascinating! I'm 48 and have never flown in my life, first financial limitations now complex illness. There aren't many of us left in the world who have never flown!
Pilots fly blind all the time and land blind frequently. It is part of their training, to fly IFR. My husband is an airline pilot and we used to own a small private plane. One day, we got caught in almost zero visibility, and there was no end in sight. We could have been flying upside down, I wouldn't have known it, and I was praying. Hubby went into his professional mode, deadly calm, he said : "We'll just fly Instruments. ' I did not know this little single engine plane HAD instruments, but I trusted him, so, with my fingernails firmly embedded in my seat cushion I let him do his job. Eventually he said "When we break through the cloud you'll be able to see the runway." By that time I was hyperventilating ("What if the cloud is right on the ground?") Well, we broke through the cloud ceiling and right there, about a mile away and perfectly line up was the most beautiful lil' old runway I'd ever seen! A new pilot can only fly with full visibility (VFR.) That what happened to John Kennedy Jr, he did not have his IFR rating and got caught in the (probably) similar conditions as we found and got lost at sea.
One cultural difference I love about Scandinavia is that First Class boards *last.* It is considered a privilege to get on after everyone else is already settled. Something about that cracks me up.
When First Class boards last, they avoid getting hit in the head and shoulders by the rest of the passengers who insist on wearing purses, duffle bags, etc. on their shoulder rather than holding the bag in front of their body.
@@danaeads919 Get me out of the airport and onto the plane. I hate the airport. The faster I get on the plane the better, so I will never fly first class or business. Why ? I sleep very well at the window seat and I get a spot to stow my carry-on. Put in ear plugs and put on sunglasses , because they put the lights on to wake you up at times. Put my hood up and stuff pillows and my jacket against the window for a pillow and usually fall asleep before takeoff. Some stewardesses wake me up for take off. With sunglasses on , they don't know if you are sleeping or not. If it is a long flight , and I am slept out, I might watch a movie. When the two people beside me have finished eating etc. I ask them politely to let me out for a bathroom break.
I agree with that practice. It was proven to be faster to fill from rear to front (first class) but Americans and many others consider that to be a dishonor to be last. I would prefer it actually. I have never wanted to be first on the plane. Too loud and chaotic. I would go last now except I wouldn't have any room for my bag in the overhead.
@@lindacotton4045 No it is better to get on the plane and relax in the nice seats. You can wear ear plugs if it is too noisy. I wear them all the time , just take them out to take off and land so the air pressure can equalize. If you are just taking short flights then you might not care and small planes are cramped but if you fly for 36 hours then there is no comfortable airport that I know of. They have loud speakers constant announcing things and if you are by yourself , you have to chain your luggage to a chair so no one steals it while you try to sleep in an uncomfortable chair. Most airports don't even allow you to lay down on multiple chairs and make sure they all have arm rests. The cold air blows around the airport and people are walking all around you and it is disturbing. They really don't want anyone to sleep in an airport because they might miss their flight or hog too many chairs. I do agree that it is faster to board from the rear.
I traveled from SEAsia (Malaysia, Thailand) with a stop in Dubai perhaps several dozen times. I learned to book flights that left early in the Am (1 AM or 2AM) On big planes such as A340 or A380, nearly all the time the rear cabins would have few passengers. So stretching out across three seats with the arm rests up allowed exceptional snooze time, Air Singapore and Emirates offered the best deals. This was particularly true with Emirates connection at Dubai to Jet Blue direct to JFK.
Being a tall person, mile long legs, space on planes is my priority. First class gives me that much needed leg room (2nd priority, having space from people). I’ve flown business class and the leg room is maybe a couple of inches better than coach. I don’t care how they separate the classes, just give me my much coveted leg room (and preferably space between neighbors; alas even leg room trumps the distancing). Those privacy pods looked amazing.
Sharing: The last point - there are specific seats for 'storing' them on passanger seats, I observed they are usually on the last row on the right side of plane, hence those last row of seats have an overhead rail to draw a curtain around them.
I’ve had the opportunity to sit in first class a few times. It was while I was in the military flying stand-by. It wasn’t one of the super deluxe individual pods that the fancier airlines have, just the larger seat first class. But, if I ever have the means, I would definitely fly first class all the time! It’s so much nicer and less stressful!
I flew first class when I went to see my son and his family on Labor Day Weekend. The extra fare was worth every penny at all parts of the trip (TSA lines, board first, leg and elbow room on the plane).
I was athletical in 1986,when we flew from Florida to Romainia, my muscles got so stiff when we reached our destination I did my stretching excersizes it felt so good
Yeah, any I have seen look like his Business Class. You only get those luxury suites on international flight on certain airlines and not all airlines are anywhere equal. Even flying a mid-level airline like British Airways or Lufthansa is much better the typical Delta, United, etc. airlines, let alone ones like Emirates or the one mentioned in the video.
It’s not usually a matter of how fancy the airline is. Domestic first class is usually the “worst” premium seat that airlines provide as far as the hard product (which is the seat and plane) go. The hard product in domestic first class is similar to what most airlines provide in premium economy on medium to long-haul international flights. The seats that one may see in a domestic first class cabin today are more similar to what airlines provided for business and first class passengers on medium to long-haul international flights in the 70s-early 00’s. During the 00’s, some major airlines started setting a standard for international first and business class seats- which still remains today- by introducing angle and then lie-flat seats in these cabins. So while, unless you are on a domestic flight which is using a wide-body aircraft (or certain narrow-bodies- American has configured their A321s with lie flat seats, delta with 757-200s, etc.) on that particular flight, domestic first class is usually a seat with extra recline and legroom, and has remained that way since nicer seats started being installed in first class cabins, while first and business class seats on international flights serviced by wide-body planes have improved drastically as far as their hard product goes. Hope this helped and wasn’t too confusing :)
You can pretty much block the door opening with your knees in most airplane lavatories! I can’t remember when I was on a flight where the door folded out, which means I’ve thought about those buzzers and wonder how anyone could help!
I remember when me and a friend were coming back home from Slovakia after a football match. We were too hungover to stand in the queue when they called us in, so we let everyone else go ahead of us, so when we went to the check in area, they had no seats left in the economy class so they ended up upgrading us to first class with no extra charge. So we were there in our sweated out Wales shirts stinking the place out with our ragged clothes, massive hangovers and zero sleep the night before sharing the place with businessmen and women. It was so nice actually having leg room for once so we made sure that is our plan for every other flight.
boarding last is a bad idea, since all the overhead bins will be full and then you will have to check your carry on at the gate, which is a pain, escpecially if you need something from it during the flight.
Fact: there is an increase in flatulence on planes. HAFE stands for High Altitude Flatus Expulsion - Airplane cabins are pressurized to between 6,000 and 8,000 feet, which is a significant altitude change for your body if you’ve come from sea level and, just as the air in your water bottle expands at higher altitudes, the gas in your intestines can expand on a plane, growing to take up about 30 percent more room than usual.
My very recent experience was the captain have told us in midair: We have discovered some issues with the landing equipment …… looks like the problem is fixed, we will find out when landing.
„You might not want to hear this right now. But did you know that physically speaking a ‚landing‘ is defined as ‚controlledly crashing into the runway‘?“
As a regular flyer in the US, I can say that if you have carry-on luggage that you don't want to have to check and retrieve on the gangway, DO NOT board last. I can only remember two flights I've taken in the last 3 years that there were enough overhead storage for everyone, and both of those flights were 1/2 full at most. Because of how rediculous checked back fees have become, almost everyone travels with the largest possible "carry-on", which will result in all the overhead bins being full at about 60% - 70% passenger capacity at most. If you don't mind checking your bag at the gate/gangway then that's fine. Also, if you are going to puposely board the flight at the end, please book an aisle seat so that you aren't purposefully making other passengers have to get out of their seat to let you in. I prefer to book a window seat and board as early as possible to avoid this and people that can't seem to remember to use the restroom before boarding the plane or can't go 3-4 hours without a bathroom break.
Your comment sounds a little mean, like you want the overhead baggage first, not everyone chooses their seats by choice because of the costs. Doesn't matter if anyone is on a bus, train or plane, just be kind. So what if someone has to get up to let someone take their seats. I've boarded many planes, and whether or not I've chosen my seat unless it's a window seat who cares if other passengers have to get up to make way. And whether or not people choose their seats the flight is scheduled to take off at a set time, not first in
@Rob-yu1lw Please explain to me where I said anything about wanting overhead first. I only spoke truth to earn people that the original video suggesting people wait till last to bored means that 99% of the time they will have to check their bags at the gate. It sounds like YOU are the one who expects privileged access to overhead space as if you expect others to save space for late boarders. In regards to having to stand up for others, its not a big deal, but if you know you have a window seat and are at the terminal with plenty time, it's just common courtesy to board as early as you can to make the entire boarding process quicker. Making someone stand up and I to the aisle so that you can get to your window seat not only inconveniences that person, but everyone standing behind you trying to get to their seats as well as everyone waiting to get on their way.
Gee I remember smoking on flights, passengers getting drunk, putting the headset on upside down and kids being given fun packs. No more cockpit visits allowed ( I wish I had gone when offered)
I remember the cockpit visits ... one of my best memories ever! Shame we won’t ever be able to do that again .. was a different world in those days. Would have been 1991 for me☺️
@@EyeToTheSkyPerth i remember on 1976 , that was a great time , very hard, but I don’t will miss the work as “ Air Hostess “ . Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭
I don’t think that airline pilots are the most stressful jobs you can have. Are you kidding me? The people who work in the control towers are the ones that have extremely high anxiety
I know a pilot who reads books and sleeps between takeoff and landing, which he says are the only parts that really need skill. Everything is automated and there's a co pilot..
I think the Customs beagles deserve applause; they work all day and night sniffing luggage to keep you safe; no pay or pension plan, and if they’re lucky they get to retire to a suburban home they usually have to share with cats.
To be quite frank, I'm surprised that this information wasn't shared with you as part of your training. No doubt there were more important matters to attend to/teach flight attendants initially but it wouldn't take much time to bring this up to each of you. Oh well... at least you know now. 😊
Wife and I always board last and exit last. My carry-on is cloth and flexible, my wifes carry-on is also small enough to go under the seat infront of her. Sometimes the grounds crew will even take our bags and when on the ground, our bags are waiting on the gangway. We also thank the flight crew for a safe ride everytime we enter and exit.
When I was 17 I was flying from India to America, all on what we then called "jumbo jets". On one leg of the trip my seatmate was a flight attendant on another airline. She played her "I'm special" card and got permission to take me on a tour of the plane. We started with the cockpit where I got to meet the pilots and finished up with that little secret room. It was very cool.
That study about the pilots falling asleep was done on a small select group of pilots who were being overworked. These airlines were overworking their pilots so the EASA stepped in and did a study to have evidence for them to stop overworking their pilots. Nowadays you will not see a commercial plane without autopilot. It’s become too crucial due to the advancements in technology
This is one of very few industries that learn from experience. I think it’s great and very practical that the pilots are given the opportunity to pair themselves with other pilots they feel more comfortable working with. There have actually been crashes in the past caused by conflicts between pilot and first officer. So I reckon that is one of the most important secrets revealed in this entertaining and informative video. Thanks “Be Amazed” for the Show. 🔅 🇦🇺
@@willyates9176 Howdy. Yes it's come over rainy and with thunderstorms up here in Girvan. More to come over the next couple of days. So I've moved the cows plus Mr Bull to a paddock with some tree shelter so they are able to bed down out of the weather. And there are some kangaroos grazing in the backyard at the moment, they always come out when it's raining for some reason. Had a couple of males boxing right outside the back door the other day so I took a video of it from out my window. Went for nearly 10 minutes! Funny things, it started out with them scratching themselves, which seems to be some kind of dominance display to the other male. Can't figure out why scratching is a display of dominance, but it seems to be.
My husband and son are both pilots (delta and Skywest)…. The list they referred to is called a “no fly list”. The captain can’t put someone a no fly list only the first officer can. My husband has asked FO to put him on their no fly list so they on’y have to fly together again! My husband is a training captain and. THere’s a big focuses on “cockpit management”. The other thing I like is they go thru quarterly training to keep up on changes or that have come up. They also have to get medical certification at least once a year, 2 xs If you’re older. To the only job I know where you can loose your license over certain hth issues. Both my boys loved the job even with the stress of weather, passengers and training! They wouldn’t do anything else!
Interesting that birds and hail can cause so much damage on airplanes, but yet, the airplanes sliced through the World Trade towers like they were butter, slicing right through steel beams, coming through the other side of the building with nary a scratch. A miracle 😂
The aircraft did not "come through the other side of the building"!! Only an engine and some wheels did. Look at the numerous videos of the impacts. The nose cone of an aircraft is not made of aluminium as the radar is housed inside, that why it can be damaged by birds. The engines likewise as the tolerance between the turbine blades and the ducting is millimetres, so the slightest distortion by a bird carcase weighing a few pounds hitting at 200 mph will destroy enough blades to upset the turbine and cause an engine failure. No miracles at all, just engineering facts.
My secret for nowadays cheaper flight booking is don’t confirm a seat if you are forced to select a bad seat during booking. Wait at the gate and then you may get better seat or upgraded roomy seat because the airlines may not sell out all upgrade seat or expensive seat and in the meantime the cheap short back seats are already packed with passengers
I recently retired serving 45 years as a flight attendant, 25 years as an international purser with the largest airline in the world. I find 2 things wrong with this video. The first, waiting until the end to board. Good luck finding space for that overhead luggage that will not fit at your feet, bins are full and you'll have no choice but to check. Second, thanks for showing every pervert how to open locked lav doors, which we are trained to do only in a perceived emergency.
@@lunetabagumbayan1066 You usually have no choice 90% of people cheat anyway. Seats 30-39 and usually half filled wit people from other sections and I have NEVER seen anyone been refused to board for being out of order. The plain is not leaving any quicker. Even if you are very last and walk as slow as you can you will just be waiting on a line at the plane door for least 5 minutes anyway and when you do enter about a third are still not seated anyway. The whole system is a joke. At least with Southwest they actually try to enforce their system unlike 99% of all airlines.
Boarding towards the end is fine if you have no carry-on. On many flights I've seen the overhead storage completely filled before passengers assigned to the nearby seats enter the airplane.
I had the 4 SSSS on my boarding pass from Zürich to Iceland to Orlando. Almost missed the connection. Have no idea why a mom (me) in our family of 4 got singled out. Husband’s work (which has a travel agency division to book flights) paid for our family’s tickets. I was treated like a criminal and separated from my family. My kids were in tears that I would miss the flight!
Unfortunately, I have that SSSS code on my boarding pass all the time, so I get extra scrutiny. I’ve learned to take it in stride and TSA are nice, so the inconvenience is bearable.
well its different for everyone.. ive always had extreme motion sickness with flights and need to take medication to stop it, and the smell or taste of airplane food make me extremely nauseous. since a year before covid, i stopped eating airplane food completely, just had the snacks and juice
As a frequent flyer I always board last, even with a carry on, and it makes my travel experience much easier. It usually means a gate check, which in some airports is no big deal as they place my bag with the strollers and just bring it to the jet bridge, thus avoiding the struggle to get my bag out of the overhead bin AND in waiting at the baggage carousel. It all depends on the airline and airport. Great tip about sitting in the rear, that was something I never considered!
I'm guessing you take mostly regional flights. Depends on the airline but gate checks for non-regional flights aren't usually returned at the jet bridge; you have to go to baggage claim. It took my gate-checked bag getting lost only ONCE (as it happens it was the very first time I gate-checked a bag for a non-regional flight) for me to learn to go out of my way to get on early so I can keep my bag with me inside the cabin.
I'm 6'8". I always am the last person on the plane. I don't want to sit curled up in the fetal position longer than I have to. I am also overly kind to the ticket and boarding agents, many times they will take one look at me and give me an emergency exit seat at no extra charge.
Request it when you check it. It is the only seat that is not booked until that day. They want to see who they are booking. The first thing I would do is ask if it was taken and request it. I am not as tall as you but they are often glad to give it to someone like you and long as you do not have health issues that might be a problem. It often does not recline much and not tray but you have plenty of room. For some reason they tend to put newborn mothers in the other seat. Maybe it was just my luck.
I have sat at the emergency seat before and didn't realize that it had more leg room. I am only 5' 1" so maybe that is why I didn't notice. My last flight I swapped my aisle seat with husband so he could stretch his legs. Mine were cramped and that is saying something.
Was seated by a former TWA flight supervisor on an Aer L flight NY to Dublin. It was a real blessing, as she had great stories and the "flight" "flew!!!" She told of one experience where a passenger had died on vacation, and to save the expense and hassle of going through a funeral director, lead lined coffin, etc., his best friend seated him on a wheel chair, booked him as disabled and wheeled him on board!!! They were already in the air when the ruse was discovered...
SSSS gets printed on all boarding passes at some airports for people simply connecting and need to go through security again in their connecting city. Example: Flying from Kiev-Frankfurt-Chicago ... your FRA-ORD boarding pass will have SSSS printed on it since they don't trust the security in Kiev, so you'll be re-directed at the gate in FRA to go through security again
The lightening strike works like this - there is an electrical thing called a "Faraday's Cage", which essentially means the electrons push to the outer shell of the airplane. As we all (should) know, opposite charges attract and like charges repel each other. The stronger the charge, the greater the effect. Mankind has been able to create massively high charges which is cool, but we still cannot create a charge anywhere near a real lightening strike, but with the extremely high charge, the electrons push against each other enough that they ride on the outer shell, or the outer cage of whatever is struck. The same thing works for when a car is struck by lightening or when a power line lays across a car after an accident. So long as you are inside the car and not touching the ground, you should be safe. Then the rescue squad or fire department can throw a rope with weights on each end to remove the wire without touching it.
Pilots in the U.S. have to get attended sleep studies done yearly that they have to pay for out of pocket and then get reimbursed by the airline. Doesn’t stop the sleep study company from trying to submit a claim or prior authorization request through the insurance before the service is rendered. This is how important their rest is.
Very good and educational. My dad worked for the airlines since i was a baby in 1952. I've been flying all my life. i do miss the old days when we were served breakfast, lunch or dinner, depending on what time of day that we flew. Prop planes, turbo prop planes or jets. It was always great. No one ever misbehaved at the airport or on airplanes, Never. I still enjoy airline food and always have. I do miss the "good ol days" though. This applied to all classes, not just first class. And each person had enough room. Thanks. i enjoyed this, and learned a thing or 2.
My ex had to do a job at one place that prepares airplane meals. He said there was food all over the floor, had to wade through it, and that he'd never eat airline food again. He also worked a job at Kellogg's, and said he'd never eat their cereal again.
@Tim Tucker & @Terri Price , I agree. My dad was Air Force and we flew all over the world. I remember the late 60s to early 80s. Flying was fun, lovely hot meals on flights, tons of leg room, and no passengers flared up. Very different from today. Flight attendants are still friendly, but they have alot of different tasks now. I feel bad for them, seems like a lot of rude entitled people on almost every flight.
@@leiannesw4926 People who "misbehave" on airplanes or in airports should be permanently on the "No Fly List". No exceptions. Long term jail sentences and high fines if they get physical with flight crews, other passengers or endanger anyone on a plane during a flight or even when taxiing to and from the terminal. Open an emergency exit without flight crew direction, Jail with no bail.
I’ve air traveled frequently throughout my life. Overhead compartment space is highly sought after. Those who board first get the first pick. But when you board is determined by your class, which is determined by what you pay for. That said, don’t be surprised if you board last and you can’t find anywhere to put your carry on. Also, if you want to get off the plane in a hurry, prefer seating at the front. Lastly but not least, make sure you get an aisle seat for rapid get up and go. Not necessarily for safety but bathroom breaks, extra leg room, and the ability to be the first to stand up and grab your stuff after landing are all reasons to go with the aisle.
O, come on. Where exactly you air travelled frequently? I guess you talk about some internal flights. There's a number of your seat on the boarding pass. While boarding you can't choose where to sit. It doesn't matter when you board, you must sit where your number says. The only realistic thing you said is that one may end up without space for carry on luggage.
@@JosieJOK exactly. You choose it before you board. That's why it makes no point trying to enter first. Being first to board wouldn't change your seat. That's just me. However, It's a good advice regarding the carry-on bag. Besides some airports provide drive in stairs and open the back door too. In any way, boarding, getting in and out, going through security, the whole thing is annoying.
@@rad_y6315 are you that dense? They never said that you should be first to board because of the seat, they said because of the luggage compartment. I fly about 15 times per year and I can agree that everything the original comment wrote was correct.
Years ago, my father-in-law (an engineer at an aerospace company) told us about the "standard chicken" test: Designers would throw a frozen chicken from the supermarket into a jet engine to see if it kept running and how much damage it (the engine) underwent. He added that the military used frozen turkeys to substitute for geese the fighter jets might encounter. I was never sure if the "standard chicken" was a joke or the real thing...
It's true. Not the frozen bit, but they shoot them from an air cannon with the engines at full revs. It's used to see if the engine will still be working to some extent after a bird strike and if it causes secondary damage that could bring an aircraft down.... information compliments from my military aeronautical engineer lol.
@@pixie3760 Thanks for the info! My FIL also insisted hummingbirds migrated south by catching rides on the backs of geese (a real joker, in other words). His grandbrats adored him and -- of course -- believed every wild story he told them.
I have been a frequent flyer for over 8years now and sonce i barelynsleep i flight i noticed so much during long hauls...especially in the hostess cabins in the back of the plane..anyway air travel is so beautiful but those long haul flights sometimes get so boring..i did 12 take off and landing in less than a day...Douala-Abuja,Abbuja-Accra,Accra-Abidjan,Abidjan-Accra,Accra-Dubai,Dubai-Mumbai....in under 24hrs
I have a pilots license and my BS degree is in aviation safety. We studied aircraft accidents a lot in school. This video is very correct about sitting in the back half of the plane near the tail, but it did not say why that is. Reason is because in an impact the tail section almost always breaks off and lands away from the wreckage. Those strapped in the seats that were inside the tail section that broke off, almost always survive. Also in an impact the fuel in the wings will splash forward and incinerate everything in front of it and because the tail is behind the wings, the tail section does not get soaked in burning fuel. Always sit near the tail.
Thanks for the tip!
Thanks 😊
Good to know. Although that’s also where the sewage tank is stored, isn’t it ?
After rescheduling a flight home because I had to extend my stay since my father had passed away; I asked for a seat near the front if possible, when the ticket agent commented that the rear seats are safer. He then asked me, “Have you ever heard of a plane backing into a mountain?” He actually made me smile after such a stressful time. This was 20 years ago and I still remember this.
tldr
I am 61 years old, my father who was killed in an accident when I was ten, helped design the Sikorsky helicopter . He told me as a very little girl to always sit behind the wing of an airplane because that’s where they break. This video confirms for me a 50 plus year old warning from father to daughter insuring her safety in the event of a crash. I feel so grateful for my dad and thanks for this video.
😮
Jesus means "hey Zeus" in ancient Greek so is someone saying repent to Zeus and worship that lower god? Doesn't sound to good
I love the Sikorsky. It's a beautiful helo. 💕
So sorry for your loss 🌸
My father was a B-17 bomber pilot during WWII. He told me the same thing.
As a travel agent I would usually ask the customer if they had a preference in seating. One older gentleman always asked to sit in the back. Asking him why, he responded with he’d never heard of an airplane backing into a mountain. Lol
The truth is more survivors from plane crashes are in the back.
That is why the CVR and ELT are located usally in the tail.
Lol
Dude makes sense.
This is so smart and cute!
Make sense
Many good tips here. I was a professional flyer. One big tip is just be patient. Don’t let things that are minor (in the grand scheme of things)) stress you out. Remember that the guy in the very back of the aircraft arrives at the airport at nearly the same time as the guy in first class. Business upgrades are worth it when crossing an ocean. Definitely. Be nice to your cabin crew. They are underpaid (because of the perks) and have a fairly stressful day anyway. You will personally benefit from this because the flight attendants will know immediately who the professional flyers are. Time of day. If you absolutely need to get somewhere, leave as soon in the day as a flight is available. If weather or mechanical issues come up, the extra 3-4 hours you bought yourself will be worthwhile. Always, always, keep your seatbelt on when seated. And when you do need to walk to the WC always keep in mind that clear air turbulence comes without notice. Keep one hand on seat backs as you proceed through the cabin, and with the other, stretch up as if trying to reach the roof of the plane. If the plane suddenly loses altitude (which is usually the case) it will save you from striking the ceiling of the plane with your head. Keep your gear securely under the seat in front of you. If you have an empty seat next to you, use the seatbelt to secure your pack, or purse. Know the scheduled times for your flight. If you are scheduled for a 6 pm arrival, it is customary for the pilot to begin the enroute descent precisely 30 minutes out. Get up and head for the WC just before that, particularly on a lengthy flight. Stay ahead of the crowd. Noise cancelling headphones are definitely a must, particularly for long flights. We used to consider one hour aloft to be equal to abbot three hours on the ground in a noisy office. It leads to wear and tear on the body, and added stress. I find that preordering a seafood meal used to get you a better meal in the average. May have changed today. Participate in a frequent flyer lounge membership. It gives you a place to avoid the noisy airline terminals and get some rest either before or during layovers. And their staff will make sure you make your flight! Just remember the most important element: Remain patient. Your personal stress will not make things go better. Face up that weather issues and mechanical issues are simple fact of life events. They are out of your control. Let the flight crew deal with the stress. Relax! You’ll soon be there!
This would be easier to read if you divided it into paragraphs, based on subject.
And a blank line between paragraphs.
Excellent 😍
@@veramae4098 Tell that to James Joyce. This kindly aviation professional is sharing personal experience adn offering excellent advice and your response is Grammarly 101...yaawn. A simple "thank you" would suffice!
Delays affect different passengers in different ways. I'm just grateful that they found a problem BEFORE take off! Airline crews are usually pretty special and insightful people, so kudos and appreciation to one and all. Thank you for your insights.
Being over the wing allowed me to save a "heavy" BA flight over JFK in 197? Holding pattern, blizzards, flights diverted to Ct. I noted flames erupting from the port (right?) engine, rang for the attendant. She looked, remarked, "Oh that's just the cold!" and SCARPERED! Five seconds later we were preparing to land. On exit she said "How did you stay so calm...?" I just smiled, grateful to be on terra firma. Note to BA: Where's my lifetime First Class upgrade... been waiting a while... 😉Just grateful for the soft, safe landing. 🥰😇
I can't sleep in the airport because the chairs are bad and you worry about your carry on and the noise. The quicker I can get on the plane the better and I always take the window seat and go straight to sleep. I wear sunglasses and maybe some loose ear plugs with a hoodie and a pillow against the window. I can sleep really good this way. I might wake up to eat and I do like the food, it is not bad. I don't have a problem with the WC breaks and usually don't even go , unless it is a 12 hour flight to Thailand or something. I often sleep through the landings and when I get to my destination , I am wide awake and fresh, ready to enjoy a vacation. My other family members have trouble sleeping on the plane and usually waste the first day of vacation in bed. I also work on freight trains and sleep really good on the engine. I use earplugs and sunglasses and a hoodie and can fall asleep in 10 minutes. On planes I take out the ear plugs during landings. I have a big box of them from the railway. They also work great for crying babies on the plane. I don't hear the babies cry.
You actually showed what the thumbnail advertised FIRST. That is so rare and refreshing. I still watched the whole video to the end. You also have a very gentle way of speaking unlike so many other similar channels that use hyperactive obnoxious speaking. These videos are actually relaxing and informative without obnoxious and annoying gimmicks. Well done with this channel. I didn't plan on watching the whole video, but got sucked in with the pleasantries of it all that I couldn't help but watch it all. Keep up the great work. I'm going to subscribe because of this. :)
I know! I can’t handle other people who are like OMG WOW! And have the camera flipping all over the place. So obnoxious.
I Agree--the presentation and the way it was narrated made it interesting~ and I stuck out to the end. The dying part I thought oh no.. but then it's a part of life so- overall very interesting and I learned a lot
Hello! It's me, Lars99 from DA. 😄
@@Lars_E_Mou Oh hi. Cool you found me here. Hope you’re doing well.
@@Pierreandandre I'm fine! I was just seaching arround UA-cam!
Some airports even release falcons to scare all the other birds away, then the falcon comes back. Highly effective!
One such airport I know is Leh airport, Ladakh, India
Too cool! I didn’t know that
@DESCARADOS Makes sense. Thank you for clearing that up
U a geek
@@canofspam9357 so so am I
Overhead bins tend to fill up, mostly due to people who bring more than their allotted bags and airline personnel who refuse to enforce those limitations. For this reason, it might make sense to board as quickly as possible.
When flying we always "ask" for hand luggage to be loaded with "hold" luggage, no security checks well within the luggage allowance and you have to wait for your hold luggage anyway, but can`t understand the rush to disembark the aircraft? sometimes before the plane has completly stopped!
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Yup. When I fly southwest airlines I always do a mobile check in exactly 24hours before the flight to get in the A group. They are the first to board.
Even more, people put their coat and everything in the overhead bins so there is no place left for normal luggage..
Exactly, nothing worse than an a*shat that fills up 3 bins with coat, multiples bags so you are stuck with putting your 1 bag at your feet...
There is an exception to the "board last" rule. If you got hand luggage and expect the overhead lockers to be full once you board, in this case go earlier.
@@Angyal_Angyalmany things that are dishonest or illegal do work. But it's recommendable to always quest yourself: would I like my own action performed on me by others? Everything comes back. People call it Karma. I started to try to do the right thing.
No need to fake an injury. If you are a mostly healthy adult and can assist others in an emergency, request to change your seat for an emergency exit row seat at counter. These passengers are always one of the first to board in coach. The plus is more legroom as well without the extra cost. The con is they may not be able to change your seat if it's a full flight. 😎🤟
In the old days you used to be able to do this, but for the past couple of decades they charge extra for an exit row; they figured out it's of course the row most people want having more room, etc.
@@ADAMSIXTIESthat and the bulkhead seats. Before the airlines started charging for these rows I would always pick those seats if they were available. ✈️
@Angyal_Angyal request an upgrade day of. If there aren't any people in exit row means you will get moved even if no seats are available for upgrade.
I used to be a flight attendant and let me tell you, not all airlines treat cabin crew so nicely. We were expected to sleep in regular economy class seats on long haul flights with only a curtain separating us from the rest of the cabin and no seats on flights less than 6 hours, so you eat standing or in galley jumpseats if there were any. Our airline was awarded 4 stars on skytrax and considered one of the friendliest airline (crew). And when we were all mass terminated, most of us found out via social media!! No package and not even a reference letter. Heartbreaking💔. Next time you book a flight to the friendly islands in the South Pacific, remember most of the staff get paid less that USD 15000 per annum and work under not so ideal conditions.
Sorry to hear this
I always treat crew better than anyone else
By mentioning Pacific, are you providing some sort of hint 🤔
Was a Flight Attendant for two airlines back in the 80's. I flew during the "Golden Age of Flying". Passengers wore nice clothes and did what we told them to do. We were paid well too. The isles were wider, so that we could get our carts down them without hitting the passengers. It was a dream job and a great time. Can't imagine being a FA today......
You were not 'terminated' you were dismissed or made redundant from your job, or to break it down into simple grammatically correct English, your EMPLOYMENT was terminated . . .
What airline is that Kylah31?
As a flight attendant thanks for this video! Always be nice to your FA’s and Pilots. Even if there is a delay. The delay 10/10 has NOTHING to do with the crew members. Trust us, we are just as mad as you about not leaving on time due to the fact that we do NOT get paid while you are boarding the flight. We are simply helping without even getting paid for it. So please remember to be kind and that if there are any delays, it most likely has to be an emergency and we all rather be safe than sorry! Thank you all! ❤️
I always do seriously they are so sweet to me since they noticed me as I kept flying on same destination maybe on same aircraft?
Thank you for doing the thankless and Payless job for the ungrateful passengers on board!! ☺️
One thing that still angers me to this day: some scumbag at JFK airport lost his temper over a delayed flight and SLAMMED the gate agent to the ground. He broke his back and is paralyzed for LIFE. And the shitbag never went to prison. He should be serving at LEAST 20 years for assault and attempted murder. The gate agent almost died. Remember, he is paralyzed from the chest down for life.
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@@largol33t1 I can't find this story anywhere. Any chance you have a bit more information? I'd like to read about it.
The morning before I was to return to the Midwest from my trip to Seattle, I acquired a back injury. The attendant at the check-in noticed and asked what happened. I told her that I was leading a child on a horse and the horse copped an attitude with me and tried to bucked the kid off and there was no way in Hades I was going to let that happen.
Shortly before boarding I was informed that I had been upgraded to first class. I didn't fly too often so I was extremely surprised, and grateful. It will very likely be the only opportunity I will ever have at flying first class.
I had the salmon.
Flying first class in American planes is a joke
@@gkimunge So glad I could bring you the joy of laughter in your life.
Wow pleasant surprise. Sorry too hear about injury but it must have been nice too fly in first class.
That's so nice of them to upgrade your seat.wish you quick recovery with your back pain.
And how was the salmon,Paula?
The problem with boarding last is that the overhead storage around your seats become full as passengers carry luggage more than allowed and then you have to walk around looking for empty storage space.
And, not finding it & getting bad attitudes. The tail is the noisiest. Sometimes they double book & whoever got there 1st, keeps the sit. They'll be throwing u out very rudely if u object or get cranky.
Spot on!
exactly ! that is, I think the main reason, people want to board first
Same thought
Usually right but if you happen to be boarding last and towards the rear you would be monitoring if any empty luggage space earlier rather than wait till you get to your seat. Just common sense
The narrator made me laughing hard on some of his extra comments. Very entertaining. I’m used to flying long distance like 15 hours nonstop flights and these tips are very helpful. The death on board creeps me out though . Never thought of that happening. Thank you for bringing them up .
I do wait last for boarding, no sense of waiting in line long time . International flights are pretty strict with carryons luggage , so no one really have 10 extra plastic bags with them like they just came back from the mall lol
Tip on hydration on long haul flights : Bring your stainless steel water bottle on board , empty of course. Then , ask your stewardess for extra water and ice and fill up your water bottle. In this way , you will have cold water to sip on whenever you like throughout the flight without calling for it . It work for me on long flights.
It's better to read books during that time
That was the longest comment I’ve ever seen
@@tenzingkelsang9724 For a 15-18 hours nonstop flight , you need more than reading to entertain yourself 😀
@@macncheeseisyum Thanks ! Hope you read all of it . You might learn something from it .
@@lingdar5362 np and thanks for the education
I used to travel overseas in business class often so I had elite status with all the perks but on one particular trip I was flying economy with my husband for a vacation. The agent at the gate called me up and said she will upgrade me to business class since a passenger with a broken leg needs my aisle seat. I asked if my husband can take my seat upgrade instead since he has to finish some work on his laptop and would appreciate the extra space and she said sure. However, my lovely husband wanted to sit next to me on the flight so he told the agent to give the business class seat to the passenger with the broken leg instead. A few minutes later she called both my husband and I back to the gate and said, "Right answer! You're both upgrade to business class."
I used to travel overseas a lot and was lucky once many years ago. When I was traveling with my daughter back then was 3 yrs old . While travel back to the state we had to transfer and re -checking at Tokyo, the lady looked at our tickets and asked me : do u want to upgrade to business class seats ? What ? I thought she was joking . Do I need to pay extra ? No . Sure ! So sad, that’s my first time and only time sitting in business class seat ! After that, daughter always ask : mommy can you buy the business class seat ? Sorry , daughter , mommy ……………
*she called my husband and *me*
@@fernfunk Wrong! 🤷🏻♂️
@@W42PZ you wouldn't say "she called I", you'd say "she called me" hence "she called my husband and me". look it up, i swear it's correct even though 90% of people say it wrong these days (drives me bananas) including scriptwriters 😤
wow!
One of the bad things that happens these days is people who sit in the back put their carry on luggage in the first available overhead space. By the time you get to your seat there’s no place left to put your own luggage. Airlines need to stop allowing passengers to put luggage anywhere except where they are sitting.
I EVEN HEARD A FLIGHT ATTENDANT TELL THEM TO
The issue is that on many planes the overhead space over the last couple rows contains safety and first aid equipment, so the people in those seats have to put their things elsewhere.
Fully agreed
Ya that wouldn’t work. In a three row span there is 9 people. Bags are all probably about 1.5ft. 3 rows would be 11-12ft. 3 rows is about 4-4ft. Do the math, you can’t fit that many bags above your head. You can’t create space that doesn’t exist.
Late comment.
When flying to Hawaii once, the attendants disappeared immidiatly to their restroom after take off, and came out 5min before landing... They were sure resting, not even doing their minimum job. Should have been fired!
I always bring along a few gift cards, usually Starbucks since they're in just about every airport nowadays. I give them out to the Flight Attendant(s) that are working my section, as well as the pilot when leaving, if possible. I don't expect anything in return, it's merely a sincere gesture of thanks for everything they do to make sure I have a nice flight. But, I have noticed I'll occasionally get an extra soda or blanket, or complimentary wine/shot. Common courtesy goes a long ways, and it's always nice to show appreciation for the people who do an awesome job to make your trip better. 😊 Start your trip off fun, and make someone's day!
I love this idea. I've never thought of this before. Amazon is a good one too.
Problem boarding last is no overhead locker space
Great idea!!! Thank you for that. I fly often and will start to gift when I can❤
A terrific idea. When do you give the gift cards to the flight attendants? As you board? Once you're seated? After take off? I'm not really sure when is the best time. I'd rather give them the cards as soon as possible. Thanks.
@lankimanc I usually do it right when I find my seat, if they're nearby. Otherwise, I'll settle in, and then walk up and give it to them. If they're busy during boarding, I hand it to them when deplaning, and I walk past. I used to do it during meal service, but I found out that's actually one of the worst times to do it because they're busy and have nowhere to put it.
The problem today with “boarding last” is that you will NOT have overhead space on most flights, which are typically packed. If you’re checking luggage it’s fine, but doing that adds as much as an hour on both ends of the flight.
Unless you pay just few more £ Pounds for "Cabin Bag Guaranteed". I did it last week, boarded last and the flight attendant managed to find some space in an overhead locker for my hand luggage, despite the plane being packed. I flew from Glasgow (Scotland) to Rome (Italy) and back, no problem at all. I don't know if all airlines have this option, but it's worth a try, trust me!
@@BeruKri3267 not if you fly out of the US and back. Domestic flights are horrific.
indeed. And as a tall man (at least when compared with the space a typical airline thinks I need) I don't want to spend hours with my hand luggage under the seat in front of me, even more limiting my leg space.
Hence the reason, if you can, travel as light as possible. So when you get on board early, you have space for your hand luggage, and when you get off, you can go striaght out of the airport avoiding the wait for your checked in luggage...
Of course, this is not always possible!
I am a short person, I never care about overhead space. I hand my bag to an attendance or passenger to take care of it, and when flight is over, I point at it for someone to fetch for me XD Can't help it, am too short! Oh I remember also one time I had to keep my bag under my chair cause there was no room but I didn't mind it either.
To all pilots & staff: Thank you for your service. For sharing flight secrets, appreciate you greatly for sharing the helpful valuable TIPS.
how about -- wake up you hair brained mofos and don't crash the plane
I once boarded near the last similar to your first suggestion. It was the first (domestic) leg of an international flight. They ran out of overhead bin space and demanded I check my carryon luggage to my final destination (Europe)My carryon had essentials for my LONG layover. I begged them to let me try to fit it up top. I will NEVER delay boarding again.
Yeah, I used to always board last, but it's just not viable anymore with everyone taking oversized carryon bags that fill all the overhead space before half the passengers are even boarded. This is largely airlines fault for ridiculous baggage fees, but also other people just generally being selfish inconsiderate assholes.
If you volunteer, at the gate, to let your carry-on be gate checked, you will have to remove so many items from it if you’re like me. I have to travel with about nine prescription medications (all in original containers), devices with lithium batteries (iPad, cameras), things I need in flight for medical conditions or comfort, and (often when returning with souvenirs) fragile items I don’t want broken. If all these come out of the carry-on, they have to go into another bag virtually as big. I’m drastically reducing my plane travel now.
I don't know the specific company in your case but you should carry all essentials in your pockets/pursue or even wear them. In the luggage you should put only things that even if you lose it you won't have big problems.
I had the same a few times, no more space for my carry on. In all cases I was allowed to place my backpack under my seat.
Dang, I'm sorry that happened to you, but I appreciate the warning!
Great! Especially the gentle presentation of your choice of words to describe one's option to travel sitting next to a corpse on a long hall flight. This was brilliantly presented ! With some very useful tips. Thanks,
Amar
The problem with boarding last... which I have personally encountered, particularly at the holidays, is that your carry-on baggage may wind up not only disallowed in the cabin, but on a later flight. The last flight I took, not only my luggage but the carry on luggage of eight other people who were last to board, was put on a later plane. Luckily I was going home and not to a vacation destination, the way I was when I traveled to Spain and was without clothes and toiletries for 3 or 4 days. I would rather stand up by the gate for a few minutes, waiting my turn to board, then relaxing in a seat and not have my luggage when I arrive.
thinking about it; it's probobly why they give people the nice seats. Not just because they were the last ones, but because they might be luggage screwed for a while.
You wore the same clothes for 4 days straight?
@@CallofDutyBlackOps28 See no use
@@mattweeeee no. I ran around Madrid naked in protest of the airline losing my bags. It was in all the papers bc this was before social media.
@@laurieparis2203 your husband should count his blessings for having an awesome wife.
that pilot that landed the plane during a hailstorm needs a raise! Big thanks to all the pilots that train hard to keep us safe.
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not really as the computer does it
My father worked for Delta for 33 years. Number one tip: the friendlier, more patient, and more understanding you are, the nicer your trip will be. They will bend over backwards for an easygoing passenger. Volunteer for those “can we get a volunteer for a later flight…” opportunities, they come with a hotel stay usually. If you need to stay 36 or more hours in a busy airport, the best thing you can do is stay quiet and still. Security will like you a whole lot more.
I was on a Delta flight to my home state of NY for a visit. Detroit was my only layover, but due to cross winds they asked for a dozen folks to volunteer for a later flight. I immediately volunteered and was offered a $250 voucher. Only 2 volunteered. Eventually they upped it to $1200 per person, and 3 of us volunteered to be put up in a hotel and leave the next morning. The following fall my husband I used that $1200 voucher toward a flight to Maui.
It did not work for me, I strict vegetarian, no egg and no cheese made from Rennet, In spite of confirming N times, I got served with snacks. This is Emirates, paid premium and of course that is the end of it but I got unwell and was shivering and asked for extra blanket, she refused. I said I am not well, they said, they don't have any while I am seeing them collect unused blankets before me. Seeing my plight co-passengers pulled out one unused one. I felt terrible. I am not the guy you would see even argue, I thought she would have behaved obligingly when she knows I am the tough guy.
Lol why tf would I care whether the security likes me?
@@robertpaulson8790 right lol
No. I just got totally ignored.
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The thing I love the MOST about flying is the take off. It’s like ur going 1mph…and suddenly the engines kick in and it’s like a rush for me….the speed and power…I love it. It’s like that Pink Floyd song learning to fly: “ There’s no sensation to compare with this”
For me, it rings so true.💯❤️
The smaller table top runways, usually on the mountain airports will excite you more.
The aircraft will do like what we do in car- Engage the clutch, rev to higher rpms and release thr clutch to get maximum throttle and pickup.
@@tushargarg1336 omg….I would LOVE that 💯❤️
A rocket launch would be even more thrilling.
Sadly not a very accessible experience though
This comment made me smile and suddenly laugh.. it reminded me of me flying with Chinese Eastern. There was a sudden unusual speed I hadn't experienced in my first flight experience 😂😂😂😂😂. Suddendly I was pulled to the back of the seat. Like Hey MR. You got to lean on the seat back it's take off time. 😂😂😂😂
My friend. You need to experience the punch that happens when you are flying a military jet and you move from military power(100%) into afterburner on takeoff
I was taking flights twice a year for my 4 years of college and never got searched. Then after I joined the Marines I have been searched every time I've flown since. That's not a coincidence
During my US Navy days, early 1980s, my ship moved from the Charleston Navy Shipyard to our homeport of Norfolk, Va, after finishing refit. My car was still back in Charleston. So I took a quick flight, expecting no more than an hour, so I bought my ticket with cash and had no luggage. Yeah, I could tell they saw me as "questionable", but I wasn't searched. Then the flight goes further south to Savannah, Ga.! I thought I was on the wrong flight, and questioned the FA. But it was okay, just part of the route, we finally headed back up to Charleston. My drive back to Norfolk took less time than the flight! 😮
As an ex flight attendant, I ate a lot of airline food. Our meals were good! However, this was 50 yrs ago. The food was fresh and hot meals were heated in our ovens. Now it is very different. We gave much better service then.
Hi Terri, yes I can definitely attest to that, because I experienced it that way too, and we NEVER had a bad meal on our flights, and the meals were always piping hot and tasted great too! I left a message in the beginning of all of this, check it out!
Yes, back then it was about the quality, not it is about the money.
I remember!
I’ve tried to explain this to my kids. We actually were served good meals even on a short flight. It’s crazy how much money you pay for a flight now and you are lucky to get a tiny bag of snacks.
5:38 don’t let that scare you, pilots usually land blind because, what’s more effective; windows that are angled up so you can’t really see the runway somewhat close to the front of the plane (due to the plane needing to be aerodynamic), or some several thousand dollar instruments designed specifically for landing?
What are you talking about. Thats talking about birds.
@@garrysmith5562 5:38
Most modern planes use fly by wire and auto land so yeah thats why its pretty hard and so dont worry if there is like blocked windows
If visibility is a problem, why don't they put the cockpit under the nose? If they did, they could also give the pilots their own entrance and keep the cockpit sealed away from the cabin, oh, and add more seats.
@@engineglue bruh that way you cant see what is above you and also where will the dash board be and where will the controls be
The OLDER I get - the MORE I want BUSINESS CLASS on a long-haul flight. I worked for it and frankly, I think I deserve it! ♥♥♥♥
too expensive
Love business class, especially if you’re going over to Europe. I remember the days when passengers could buy insurance right before they boarded the plane.
Yep its the only way we fly these days. Lie flat beds for long haul sleeping is invaluable.
@@Rog107
@@NardEaterYT All during my youth, I always flew Coach, as they used to call Economy Class. I was younger, stronger, THINNER!
As far as airline food goes; I work for a popular airline catering co. The food is NOT freeze blasted , whatever that is.
It’s prepped the day of or night before, depending on what time the flight leaves.
Aaaand, the pilot and co-pilot get meals from the same menu class! They are different because it’s the law. They have to be different in case the pilot gets sick from their meal. The co pilot who didn’t eat the same thing, therefore not sick, can fly the plane.
You’re welcome. ;)
people love to say the most about things they know the least about. Thanks for your input. Im sure Karen and Kevin will completely disregard it or call it fake news.
As they should.
On my trip from Alaska to Utah they found a tire on the runway after our plane and 4 others took off. We couldn't find out if we were the plane that lost the tire til we landed. We circled the airport for about an hour to rid fuel in case we crash. We landed a very rough landing! The plane jerked left so hard I thought we crashed. We even had to brace for a crash. The pilots were so good they corrected the plane and we safely stopped. People clapped their hands and celebrated. We were the plane. It was the back left wheel.
Wow, that is scary! When in the USAF if there was a potential problem as no indication that the flight gear came down, they would do a fly by so that the SOF (supervisor of flying) could do a visual and determine it was down. My only scary flight was sitting next to a wing and watching a rivet that apparently was loose and moving around the entire flight. Then a wind shear at touchdown nearly had our wing hit the runway. I was already nervous flying as the week before I was working when a plane that had left our base enroute to Chicago, took a lightening strike and went down.
I'm so glad it all worked out. My sweaty palms make their appearance at take off and landing
This lamb would be scared shitless.
I always aim to board first. Boarding last means you have to still wait for all the slow people blocking the isle, sorting their luggage into overhead storage, sorting their kids, etc… rather stressful. By getting to my seat first which is always the window seat, I avoid the hassle of asking people to stand up to let me in. I can also spread out to sort all my stuff for the flight, iPad, drinks, snacks, look at the inflight menu, etc. Once settled, I put my headphones on and start a movie on the iPad, oblivious to the other chaos around me! Less stressful.
HAVE TO CLIMB OVER IDIOTS
They allowed first class, wheel cheers and baby carriages to board first, then the latter
@BillSmith-rx9rm Exactly. I'm not adding the better part of an hour to an already 12 hour flight.
Nah boarding last is when the aisles are basically empty. It’s so chill if you don’t have a lot of cabin luggage to worry about it; you just go immediately to ur seat and once you’re settled the planes ready to move
Yuck. Sitting in a cramped airplane while people file in makes me feel sick thinking about it. All that stale air before the cabin air circulation is turned on...awful
00:01 Boarding last can minimize the time spent on board
03:09 Airports use various methods to prevent accidents caused by birds and extreme weather conditions.
06:27 Airplane toilets don't empty waste into the sky, but accidents do happen.
09:38 Airplane food tastes bad due to low humidity levels in the cabin.
12:41 Safest seat in a plane is middle seats in the rear with 72% chance of survival
16:00 Window triangles indicate best vantage point for viewing wings
18:57 First-class and business class tickets have minimal differences in service but a significant price difference.
21:47 Pilots falling asleep while flying is a dangerous problem
Thank you bro!
If you board late, the overhead compartments are often full and you end up having to check your luggage.
As a disabled person I get priority boarding. There aren’t a lot of perks to being disabled, but a seat with more leg room because my knees don’t bend properly and my lower back is terrible makes all the difference on even a short hop.
Usually they will gate check a large bag. The thing is: they weigh your bag when you check it and charge you, etc when you check it at the desk. When they gate check your bag, it doesn't go with the other bags. You get it as you exit the plane, where gate checked wheelchairs and strollers are. Then you just have a small bag with essentials you can stow under your seat. I am always the last person on and I never have to wait in baggage, no matter how heavy my carry on bag is. Gate checking is not the same as checking it normally.
Agree but that’s why he said “if you have small luggage”
You can watch them put your bag in the cargo hold from the sky bridge, and it will be on the sky bridge at your destination when you de-plane. That can often be faster than going to the baggage claim and waiting for your bag there. It's less likely to wind up on the wrong plane if the handler grabs it from the skyway.
That's also another little known secret. If you call ahead to your airline and tell them you are disabled you can use curbside checkin, and they have airport porters who will meet you at curbside with a wheel chair and they take you directly to the front of the line at tsa screening and then take you to your gate. It's worth the cost of tipping the porter to breeze past those long tsa lines.
The secret of boarding SouthWest, where there are no seat assignments is to wait until about half the passengers are on board. Passengers always take the window, then the aisle seats, leaving the middle seat empty. The plane will be full, there is no hope of an empty seat next to you. Now as you walk down the aisle you have the choice of all the middle seats and can choose your travel partners according to your own criteria. I select mostly on body mass!
i select for the same reason for obvious reasons
I am one with excess body mass. We flew in 2016 for the first time in decades and we chose Southwest for their great Person-of-size policies. We could reserve that center seat ahead of time to make it possible for me to fly. I was surprised at how many people wanted to argue themselves into sitting there! I really did need half of that seat to hold my hips, too! Luckily, Southwest issues a little printed sign for the seat that it is not available. So many people tried to sit there anyway.
You generally want to board flights as soon as possible if you have a carry on. The bins often fill up and crew start demanding items get checked for later passengers. Late boarding means you’ll have to stow your carry on far away or check something fragile or important you don’t want to have below and possibly get damaged or lost. 😞 Besides there is no advantage to waiting at the gate vs waiting in your seat- all settled and comfortable and free of the responsibility of keeping track of time, etc.
Question-I've only flown once. On that flight, they were looking for people willing to check their carry on. You still kept you personal item (backpack or purse). I had a clean shirt, underwear and toothbrush in that bag. I was jazzed to not have to drag my carry on bag on the plane and try to shove it in the overhead. Is that something they always do? It is expensive to check an extra bag, but if they will usually do it for free at the gate, that seems awsome.
@@joykinser3444 Overhead space is at a premium nowadays. If they don't request volunteers at the gate to check carry on bags, then I volunteer and in all my years of flying, they always said yes. They were happy for volunteers. I usually travel with a carry on, but I have no intentions of carrying it on the plane with me. I know I'm going to check it at the gate for free.😀
that enactment at 1:08 🤣🤣🤣 Right...
I never minded “checking” my carryon at the plane. It was waiting for me as I deplaned. Easy. I try hard to not have checked baggage.
@@reishasemper300 The problem of lack of space in the overhead lockers is that people have such enormous carry-on bags nowadays. Actually a lot of them aren't bags - they're smallish suitcases - sometimes even with wheels!
I always board last. I can't stand being stuck on the plane with other people's recycled farts any longer than I absolutely have to be.
I am 5'8" so I fit nicely into the seats and I prefer to be on the plane where my carry-on is stowed above , so I can relax, put in ear plugs and sun glasses and put up my hood and fall asleep. I can't stand the airport with bad chairs that you can't sleep on and people moving by you. On top of that the constant announcements on the PA system will wake you up. You have to tie your carry on to your arm with a cord so no one steals it while you try to sleep. Extreme difference to the comfy plane. If you are tall or big , I can understand not wanting to be on the plane. Get me out of the airport as quickly as you can and into the plane where it is warm and comfortable.
I always wondered about the lavatory door trick. Many years ago, my mother was flying LAX to DTW, non stop. About half way, a woman was walking back from first looking for her husband. My mother noticed flight attendants were helping the woman, and trying to get a lavatory door opened. Her husband was in the lavatory, and had died. An announcement asking for a doctor wasn’t successful and the plane started to descend immediately. My mother said anything not secured was flying around the cabin. The flight landed at a smaller airport somewhere in Kansas. Meanwhile, my dad and I were at the airport to pick my mother up. The board kept saying her flight was “delayed” and the gate agents were of no help not giving any information. My mother said after the flight landed, an ambulance crew boarded through the rear, confirmed the death, and began taking the man off on a stretcher. My mother said his wife must have been in shock because she then decided to go back to her seat. A flight attendant had to tell her she had to accompany her husbands body. Once the flight was airborne again, they were now almost 3 hours late, my dad and I were getting nervous. When the board finally said her flight had landed, we made our way to the gate. I was relieved when I saw my mothers red hair walking through the jet way. When she saw us she was shaking her head and finally told us what had happened. I’ve known 3 flight attendants and none of them ever had a death on one of their flights.
About 10 yrs ago our son took a redeye from Portland, OR to Myrtle Beach, NC for a family vacay. He was about 5 hrs late. I remember there being more than one issue...mechanical problem I think, and then someone had a heart attack mid air and they had to land elsewhere. I don't recall if he survived, but he was able to text us when diverted to the other airport so that we were not completely freaked out. I can imagine that you and your father were pretty stressed until you saw your mom.
The Airbus A380 is so massive that the cargo bay has a MORGUE. That's just creepy to think about...
A lot of US Navy Pilots Find their Way into the Commercial Airline System after getting out of the Service. You can actually tell if you have one of these Pilots on your plane because when they land, there's always an initial bump when you hit the tarmac but it's usually pretty smooth. The reason for this is because they are used to landing on Aircraft Carriers and they are looking to catch the tail hook out of force of habit. Also You know you've been in good hands with those pilots because they go through rigorous military training to get good at what they do
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When I was a flight attendant, my flying partners and I would look at each other after touching down on a flight, and say one word out of these two - "NAVY" . . . or "AIR FORCE"! Brings back good memories! Blessings! 🛫🌎
@@cheryl4926you can ask the pilot
@@cheryl4926 That's actually a pretty cool story. I never worked in Air Service, but I've had my fair share of flights as a passenger
Amazing facts
It's convenient to board last, but not if you're hoping for a space in the overhead lockers for your wheeliebag.
Fax
@@DicedTea for real, they’ll make you gate check your personal bag, that’s the worst part about boarding last.
@@FlossyCarter ye
My thoughts exactly!
If you have luggage checked in, then the free diversion to the hold is an advantage.
On short flights it's easier to have a small bag by your feet than stow overhead anyway.
As someone who used to to every other week for several years, I can so most of this video is accurate, with the exception of the first section. There are several benefits to boarding first. 1. Most airlines board via group and while you can board after your group, you generally can’t board before. A trick here however is figuring out where the group before is about to finish, which is rather easy. This way you can be the first of your group. 2. Boarding last increases the chances you will have to check your carry-on, which for experienced travelers who usually don’t check baggage, could add up to a hour to their trip. 3. Finally, traveling is mentally exhausting and the less time you need to remain vigilant the better. Boarding sooner saves you up to an hour of mental energy.
I agree with you that if you do board last a lot of times, your carry-on will be taken away and put in with the rest of the luggage. So the time that you’re trying to save running to your connecting flight is totally ruined having to wait for your luggage.😢
Another secret (in regards to in death flight) but that was not mentioned in this video is, when a flight attendant passes becomes aware of a inflight death they will say the code word “Jim Wilson.” If you ever hear “Jim Wilson” by flight attendants or “passenger Jim Wilson,” that means a passenger died on flight, but obviously that code is used to not scare or freak out other passengers, and also that not everyone knows that, but another food for thought.
Don’t remember that code, but I sure remember the lady that suffered a heart attack and died on my flight!
I've never been in a seat higher than economy but I would definitely try business or first depending on what is offered to me especially when I'm travelling more than 24 hours
Back in the 80s my mother and I were the last passengers to get on the Braniff Airlines flight from NYC to Dallas. The flight attendant asked us if we would like to sit in first class on our flight back to DFW. We gladly accepted and were wined and dined all the way home. It was a wonderful experience!! Today, you couldn't pay ME enough money to fly anywhere. If I can't get there by car, I don't need to be there.
I flew first class one time. From LA to Hawaii. I paid an extra $100 when Hawaiian airlines was offering it. For an extra $100 it was so worth it. I’m tall 6’2” and the legroom was amazing. The seat was nice and wide too. Food was very good and free drinks. In coach I cannot sleep at all! Too noisy and cramped. But in first class I did get in about an hour nap. I wish I could afford first class all the time.
I used to fly all the time on business, and my company didn't stump up on business class. However, eventually I started to get regular business class on Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines and British Airways due to my frequent flyer status. All gone now since COVID, alas. 😥
When taking commercial contracted flights In the military, the soldiers are sometimes expected to load the bags on the aircraft themselves. Usually, this is done with a "baggage detail." And it sucks when you aren't used to it.
It usually comes with the perk of being sat in first class with all the higher-ups, though. Best sleep I've ever had on a plane.
Are any flights that long?
Secrets told with a GREAT sense of humour and animation. Well done, and very much appreciated, especially by those of us who fly regularly!
Being that surname's were given to those who "earned" them, I'm just curious.. What body part did your ancestor use as a den for horse food?
Just curious. Personally, I couldn't store enough to make a living this way. Also, no big envy here..
I loved the voiceover voice...I wonder💗💗💗betcha' they're airport personnel... relaxed, calm and confident🛬✈😀hmmmm🤔
There is misinformation here too
the one that surprised me the most is how you said that a plane crashing has a chance of 1/3b happening and im so happy I heard that because I keep seeing these "saddest plane crashes" vids on youtube. Thank you really much
I worked in airfield management in the air force. Part of our job was bird control. We had all kinds of flare guns we would shoot to scare them off. That was always fun.
Thought ravens scared most birds away. Back in the day, they didn't think about bird migrating flight plans when they built airports.
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Lol
@@spicyirwin5835 yeah but then the ravens become a problem... And they're big birds. It's impossible to avoid though. I was at a base in New Mexico so we didn't have too big of a bird problem. Still was, but nothing like an airport by the water. I can't imagine doing bird control somewhere likeJFK. Pretty sure they contract it out to a company that basically works full time on it. Oh and some airports do use falcons to chase birds off. Actually I think JFK does.
A good method: Birds are scared away by a car playing raven calls over a loudspeaker while rolling up and down the runway.
SSSS is basically on every reprinted ticket. I used to travel internationally for business and we'd always get these if we had to reprint the ticket, be it we're electing to take an earlier connection, buying an upgrade, or just losing the original ticket. It was especially bad in Frankfurt, Germany. There were always people who were late for their flights with these in that queue, it was pretty entertaining watching people begging to be let through.
Not the case in the USA
@@Bonanzoo I am based in the US and have seen this on international flights into the US. My boss got SSSS on a connection in Denver when connecting from Munich to San Diego. The reason is they want to make sure someone isn't impersonating the passenger with the self service reprint ticket using a stolen document.
Yea I'm not sure I believe the video on this SSSS thing either because I always get chosen for 2nd screening or get pulled for extra security questions. This always happens to me in Asia though, not sure if it's because I travel so much internationally or maybe because the way I dress? Business casual is what I usually wear but no matter what I always have to do a 2nd screening in Asia and my ticket never has this.
@@AFuckingKatastrophe if it's in the ASEAN region, you may be on a collective watchlist
I’ve had this on like every ticket when flying and I’ve only had the standard screening. Same with anyone else I’ve travelled with and this was to different countries.
In my airline (Lufthansa) the pilots could choose from the First Class Menu. No difference between pilot and co-pilot. It depended also on catering. Priority was of course given to the passengers, so only what was left could go to the cockpit. And since the flight attendants are the ones who control it, the cockpit crew had to be nice to get some of the delicious first class food. I used to work mostly in business class. I avoided to work in first class because to me it was all a bit too much there (maybe because I come from a regular working class family). The businessclas meals in my company were generally speaking very good. No need for caviar! And on the occasions that there was no first class, the cockpit had to share the leftovers meals with the cabin crew. On some flights, where it was known that almost always all the meals were distributed under the passengers and no meals were left, we had the possibility to order crew-meals one hour before the flight, for which we had to pay ourselves.
About that list... this is a first that I hear about it. In my company there was as far as I know no such thing.
About the difference in price between the classes, it is not only the service on board, but also the service outside and the extra amounts of bagage you can bring. First class passengers have their own lounge at many airports, they can board the plane faster than economy passengers or even businessclass passengers and are also the ones that can get off board first. I don't recall all the extra's you have as a first class passenger, but it is plenty enough to make it count. Rescheduling your flight in First or Businessclass is always free, whilst many economy tickets it is costly to do so.
It happened once to me, many years ago that a man died on a flight from Frankfurt to New York, just after the first meal. After his death was affirmed by medical doctors, I carried the body, together with one of his sons (he was an old man) to the back of the plane, where we had the last row emptied and put him to rest there. It was a strange thing, as it was the first time that I ever held a dead person... That was about 30 years ago, as I'm already retired for 10 years.... but something like that you'll never forget.
They aren’t talking about which menu. They’re talking about eating the same meal, in case one is ‘off’
@Debby Lou They were talking about several types of food. Besides it is a rule that is actually nonsense. If you get two same meals it is highly unlikely that both get sick. In my 30 years I have never seen anyone sick from airplane food.
@@SjaakSchulteis I've never got sick from any food my entire life.
Hope the guy flying with his dad wasn't to traumatized...
i fly regularly on Lufthansa and i am disappointed on the quality of food , i prefer Swiss air more, will be flying on 29 Nov on Swiss ,i flew Air France in May, wow wow the food was so bad,
I had a SSSS on my tickets on both my flight from Australia to America and on my flight back. As I was a single female travelling alone for the first time with pre paid extra baggage on the return trip. I knew I had nothing to actually be nervous about but oh my word was that one of the most stressful experiences of my life!!
having SSSS on your ticket is always going to get you extra full screening at TSA, not "might" as the video suggests.
@@donaz2371 oh I know my uncle is an airline pilot. He warned me in advance I would get the SSSS checks.
I agree and nonsense too
@@donaz2371 my mom got called to take extra full screening but we were running late for our flight..
I remember one flight vividly,my first flight/tour to Iraq back in 2004. My Texas Guard unit had our whole battalion onboard,no civilians,we were allowed to have our weapons onboard(M-4s & M-16s) the entire 16 hr flight. It was an infantry unit,everyone was on their BEST behavior because our 1st Sgt and C0 were also onboard. LOL. AND boy was that first deployment HELL. Won't go into details,but it was BRUTAL !!! We bonded very well tho,the guys were more like my BROTHERS than fellow soldiers. It's sooo NICE to know someone has your back 100% and you have theirs. SEMPER-FI.
My very 1st flight was in an Air Force jet while 13 yr old in Civil Air Patrol. Then we had the opportunity to fly on a Piper Cub...good thing that was not the 1st flight! A little rough, you might say. Then 1st flight a BIG plane was @ 18 on my way to Lackland AFB. Once stationed at my 1st duty station I flew on a KC 135 tanker while they refueled a bomber. That was interesting, but it was cold and I slightly frost bit my toes, which still turn a whitish gray in cold temps. Husband and I served during peacetime. so will never know your experience. Much respect to you (and your brothers) for your service!!
My sister was an UnitedAirlines flight attendant. She flew troops toIraq many times. She loved it! I even ended up with a soldier from one of her flights that I sent packages too.❤
Quite enlightening. For 35 years I have been on an intercontinental flight at least once a month followed by a few regional flights before boarding the return transcontinental flight. Typically these flights would originate in Europe, Africa, North America, Oceania or Asia with destinations in these places as well. e.g. Schipol, Amsterdam to JFK and back etc.
Most of this travel was paid for by my employer or our client, and I got the frequent flyer points.
Between 81 and 87, it was all economy class travel, followed by business class as I climbed the corporate ladder. My travel enrichment schemes were therefore tailored to my class of travel.
My inflexible rule was to be attired in decent business clothing.
FLYING ECONOMY
At check-in (in the days before seat selection at booking) I would request for an exit row aisle seat in the pleasantest way possible. Then as the check-in baggage was being tagged, my request would be for my bag to be tagged PRIORITY (which meant that my bag would come out with the business and FC passengers at the destination). Nine out of ten times the check-in clerk would oblige.
I concur with the last to board idea while travelling economy. Cabin crew seeing a smartly attired person, even as they heave a sigh of relief that it would be 'blocks off' time in a few minutes would greet me with some enthusiasm. The spinoff benefit is that while on the ground, the air exchangers / ac etc are not working at full capacity till take off. In the tropics you want to bake for as little time as possible, even as you breathe stale air till take off.
My carry on would just have one of those heavy old word processors, toiletry and some papers to deal with on the flight. Most importantly a track suit, sarong and a pair of carpet slippers. Even before the 'arm doors' command came over the intercom, sarong wrapped around the waist, got my pants off and into my jogging pants. Shirt, tie and jacket replaced by a sweatshirt. The suit and dress shirt in a hangar neatly draped over my knee, even as the cabin crew strapped themselves into their jump seats for takeoff. My sheepish opening line would be, 'cant afford to iron a crumpled suit' with a rueful grin. Some trivial pleasantries later, the seat belt signs would go off - and more often than not the Flight Attendant would ask if I wanted my suit hung up (another upper class perk). I would take the opportunity to ask for a customer feedback form, so I would say to compliment the airline for the generous service. And sure enough the graciousness of service shot up several notches.
There are many more tips and tricks to make the most of flying economy, but the primary one is to be different without being arrogant, being pleasant and treating cabin crew with pleasant politeness. I have seen far too many passengers being boorish, petulant, demanding and querulous.
As my frequent flier grade kept going up, I found that my on the ground treatment was upgraded with invitations to the lounge , automatic Priority baggage tagging etc. I can recall many special journeys where the cabin crew made my journey memorable, but not a single trip was ever unpleasant during my Economy class days.
BUSINESS CLASS
My rules remained unchanged, dress smartly while boarding, slip into comfortable stuff and the clothes would be hung up even without being asked. I am reminded of the Mary Poppins song 'A spoonful of sugar....'. Being pleasant begets pleasantness.
While entitled to buy economy class tickets, on many a trip I had used my upgrade vouchers to fly Business - I daresay I liked it. Aside from all the perks on the ground, the main bonus was the air quality in the business class cabin. With fewer people per air exchange vent, the air felt less oppressive than in an economy class cabin (or was it my imagination). The better seating, the amenities kit and the higher attendant to passenger ratio was all well and good. What I missed most was the pre-take off and pre-landing chats with the cabin crew seated in the jump seat.
I would try to get into my seat as early as possible so I could partake of my pre-take off aperitif of a mimosa (OJ and champers). Typically I would buy a bottle of Dom Perignon from the Duty Free, and request the cabin attendant to chill it, saying I 'prefer this' when s/he would say 'why? we have champagne on board'. Long and short of it, more often than not I would have a gutsful of champagne and before landing the crew would bring me back my bottle saying that we got you Dom from the FC stock. Enjoy this when you get home.
In the nineties United who I almost invariably flew on US domestic routes had only FC and Coach. There was a particular ticket booklet with a very special fare called VUSA (visit USA) and though there were some rules the pricing was magic. I used to buy FC vouchers, and frankly though the price difference between FC and coach was small, I felt it not worth the difference. While service on long haul flights had a certain graciousness, domestic flights were perfunctory.
By this time the Star Alliance and One World alliance had come into being, and if you were at the top tier in terms of miles racked up, your perks were carried across to another airline.
At the risk of becoming more boring than I have already been, let me list the airlines that flew me around during the period 1989 to 2013, I promise to summarise my experiences in a few words.
British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines, Swissair, Alitalia, Japan Air Lines, All Nippon Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Qantas, Air New Zealand, Lufthansa, Air Nuigini, Hang Kong Vietnam (Vietnam Airlines), Thai, Air Asia, Air France, KLM, Malaysia Airlines, Aeroflot, El Al, Varig, Royal Brunei, Philippine Airlines, Gulf Air, China Airlines, Emirates.
All on Business or First (voucher upgrades).
They all pretty much fly the same planes, Airbus or Boeing. comfort levels are generally similar in Business. Some are newer in design while others are older, but the human experience is similar. Post 9/11, the overall experience has been on a decline mode and I hung up my air travel boots. Train or private vehicle is my travel mode, and since I no longer travel for work I am in no rush to get into an aluminum alloy tube.
Resumption of travel since the pandemic has brought service levels and passenger behaviour to a new low, I am told.
Great experiences shared👍🏽
The will off writing all of this!!!
Thank you for sharing your experience. 😊
Very interesting. Since 9 11 the experience is a shadow of the fun it all was. Since Covid they know they can make the sheeple put up with anything.
Search FTA travel, it's a private airline for those who prefer their freeedom from search, vaccine, etc.
I’m 12 and on my first time on an airplane there was a lot of turbulence and I was calm but a lot of people were freaking out and I was so confused. Later I found out that the toilet over flowed. That’s it , it wasn’t the turbulence,but the toilet. Also I had a free soda in economy and so much leg room like I can have my bag on the ground and watch a movie (the movies are free) and the ticket was cheap to. Idk why but my ears didn’t get plugged and the food was great. If any of you go on a plane the worst thing to do is be scared, just relax. When the plane turned the soda I had in my cup was not moving it was just staying in the same position it was so cool. Have a amazing day!
bro im like terrified of turbulenca thats like my phobia
Board last? Absolutely not. Airlines let people bring more and more hand luggage on nowadays so if you board last there is a good chance your hand luggage may have to be stowed away from you, even behind you, which is a real pain while getting off a plane. Try to board early and secure the space for your luggage
Agree, plus most of companies force people's to put small bags like backpacks under the seats which is stupid cuz already is not enough space if you need to put bags there is even worse. So yes boarding last on plane is a no no, in case if you do not have bags at all with you is ok maybe.
Totally agree that’s what I do
Yea but they tell you if the flight is full before you ever board. Getting on last saves you standing up for 20 mins just to sit and the same spot you would have sat in regardless.
@@SkyHighMediaGroupSMG Not sure you read hi post. Get on last then you can't put your bag anywhere because people take huge bags on board - Living in Asia, they often have three or four bags. As a result, it could be stored far from you or you will have ot put under your seat which means you have no place to put your feet.
@@Mayaman67 I’m not sure why your bag being stored 5 isles ahead of you is a big deal. Vs standing in line to board for 20 mins.
The insight about the boarding pass was a real eye opener.
Yeah that's very creepy
Don't please , just think had you given your photo OR upload your photo during TKT booking ? This is not correct information
My favourite IFE is simply pre-booking a window seat, 6 or 7 rows behind the right wing and simply watchin 'the stuff' - ailerons, flaps, spoilers etc. do their thing - AND IT'S FREE! Having said that, on one long-haul (Denver->Dublin [good to be home] trip), someone asked would I mind swopping for a centre seat as she'd never really flown 'window' so I figured yeah, why not? Ended up playing a ton of interactive games with other passengers with me in steerage, whoops sorry, 'economy' - great fun! Point being, sometimes it's really ok not to be close-minded. As is being polite and actually listening & thinking. "Time flies and so shall we". Just sayin'.
This was fascinating! I'm 48 and have never flown in my life, first financial limitations now complex illness. There aren't many of us left in the world who have never flown!
Same here
Wow.... that.... wow. Look up the word 'slum' and maybe check your entitlement.
@@InservioLetum she lives in a slum in india. Check yourself
Lol 39 today and still never been on a plane ✈️
Awesome personal achievement 🥇
I don't think any cat does! Ok, a Cougar jumping from a boulder is close.
Pilots fly blind all the time and land blind frequently. It is part of their training, to fly IFR.
My husband is an airline pilot and we used to own a small private plane. One day, we got caught in almost zero visibility, and there was no end in sight. We could have been flying upside down, I wouldn't have known it, and I was praying.
Hubby went into his professional mode, deadly calm, he said : "We'll just fly Instruments. ' I did not know this little single engine plane HAD instruments, but I trusted him, so, with my fingernails firmly embedded in my seat cushion I let him do his job.
Eventually he said "When we break through the cloud you'll be able to see the runway." By that time I was hyperventilating ("What if the cloud is right on the ground?") Well, we broke through the cloud ceiling and right there, about a mile away and perfectly line up was the most beautiful lil' old runway I'd ever seen!
A new pilot can only fly with full visibility (VFR.) That what happened to John Kennedy Jr, he did not have his IFR rating and got caught in the (probably) similar conditions as we found and got lost at sea.
One cultural difference I love about Scandinavia is that First Class boards *last.* It is considered a privilege to get on after everyone else is already settled. Something about that cracks me up.
When First Class boards last, they avoid getting hit in the head and shoulders by the rest of the passengers who insist on wearing purses, duffle bags, etc. on their shoulder rather than holding the bag in front of their body.
@@danaeads919 I definitely see the advantage.
@@danaeads919 Get me out of the airport and onto the plane. I hate the airport. The faster I get on the plane the better, so I will never fly first class or business. Why ?
I sleep very well at the window seat and I get a spot to stow my carry-on. Put in ear plugs and put on sunglasses , because they put the lights on to wake you up at times. Put my hood up and stuff pillows and my jacket against the window for a pillow and usually fall asleep before takeoff. Some stewardesses wake me up for take off. With sunglasses on , they don't know if you are sleeping or not. If it is a long flight , and I am slept out, I might watch a movie. When the two people beside me have finished eating etc. I ask them politely to let me out for a bathroom break.
I agree with that practice. It was proven to be faster to fill from rear to front (first class) but Americans and many others consider that to be a dishonor to be last. I would prefer it actually. I have never wanted to be first on the plane. Too loud and chaotic. I would go last now except I wouldn't have any room for my bag in the overhead.
@@lindacotton4045 No it is better to get on the plane and relax in the nice seats. You can wear ear plugs if it is too noisy. I wear them all the time , just take them out to take off and land so the air pressure can equalize. If you are just taking short flights then you might not care and small planes are cramped but if you fly for 36 hours then there is no comfortable airport that I know of. They have loud speakers constant announcing things and if you are by yourself , you have to chain your luggage to a chair so no one steals it while you try to sleep in an uncomfortable chair. Most airports don't even allow you to lay down on multiple chairs and make sure they all have arm rests. The cold air blows around the airport and people are walking all around you and it is disturbing. They really don't want anyone to sleep in an airport because they might miss their flight or hog too many chairs.
I do agree that it is faster to board from the rear.
I traveled from SEAsia (Malaysia, Thailand) with a stop in Dubai perhaps several dozen times. I learned to book flights that left early in the Am (1 AM or 2AM) On big planes such as A340 or A380, nearly all the time the rear cabins would have few passengers. So stretching out across three seats with the arm rests up allowed exceptional snooze time, Air Singapore and Emirates offered the best deals. This was particularly true with Emirates connection at Dubai to Jet Blue direct to JFK.
Ha! You too! I actually like that flight now!
Nothing nicer then a whole row to yourself on a long haul flight !!
Right. When we came back from Europe to the U.S. we took a red-eye and we all had rows of seats to ourselves. That was on the 747 though. ✈️
Being a tall person, mile long legs, space on planes is my priority. First class gives me that much needed leg room (2nd priority, having space from people). I’ve flown business class and the leg room is maybe a couple of inches better than coach. I don’t care how they separate the classes, just give me my much coveted leg room (and preferably space between neighbors; alas even leg room trumps the distancing). Those privacy pods looked amazing.
Flight meals have actually improved drastically! Flying in a few days and will follow these tips!
In my experience they have certainly not improved! Meals used to be wonderful with wide choice in beverages at any time through the flight.
Before travelling overseas I had a phase of researching what to do on planes...And I can say, this video would've helped out alot
Sharing: The last point - there are specific seats for 'storing' them on passanger seats, I observed they are usually on the last row on the right side of plane, hence those last row of seats have an overhead rail to draw a curtain around them.
You _observed_ it? How many times did you check the right side of the last row of a plane??!
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@@CreepersNeedHugs Maybe he is kind of a serial killer, but only in planes and every kill he made get stored there.
@CreepersNeedHugs Observant people do. Some due to what they do for a living, some just because they are naturally observant and curious by nature ...
@@CreepersNeedHugs Apparently too many times.
Am I the only one who actually enjoys airline food? Like anytime I'm taking an international flight I actually get excited for that part
Your not alone 😉
Yes, I love airline food!
Yes I don't like it you are the only other
Yes I love it. Just having a meal put in front of me is great. I am going on holiday at last. By the way my husband hates it !!!!
Yes I love it it’s al the Holiday experience In one swoop
As long as your plane doesn't crash, flying is extremely safe. But if it does happen to your chances of survival are very unsatisfactory.
I’ve had the opportunity to sit in first class a few times. It was while I was in the military flying stand-by. It wasn’t one of the super deluxe individual pods that the fancier airlines have, just the larger seat first class. But, if I ever have the means, I would definitely fly first class all the time! It’s so much nicer and less stressful!
I flew first class when I went to see my son and his family on Labor Day Weekend. The extra fare was worth every penny at all parts of the trip (TSA lines, board first, leg and elbow room on the plane).
I was athletical in 1986,when we flew from Florida to Romainia, my muscles got so stiff when we reached our destination I did my stretching excersizes it felt so good
Yeah, any I have seen look like his Business Class. You only get those luxury suites on international flight on certain airlines and not all airlines are anywhere equal. Even flying a mid-level airline like British Airways or Lufthansa is much better the typical Delta, United, etc. airlines, let alone ones like Emirates or the one mentioned in the video.
It’s not usually a matter of how fancy the airline is. Domestic first class is usually the “worst” premium seat that airlines provide as far as the hard product (which is the seat and plane) go. The hard product in domestic first class is similar to what most airlines provide in premium economy on medium to long-haul international flights. The seats that one may see in a domestic first class cabin today are more similar to what airlines provided for business and first class passengers on medium to long-haul international flights in the 70s-early 00’s. During the 00’s, some major airlines started setting a standard for international first and business class seats- which still remains today- by introducing angle and then lie-flat seats in these cabins. So while, unless you are on a domestic flight which is using a wide-body aircraft (or certain narrow-bodies- American has configured their A321s with lie flat seats, delta with 757-200s, etc.) on that particular flight, domestic first class is usually a seat with extra recline and legroom, and has remained that way since nicer seats started being installed in first class cabins, while first and business class seats on international flights serviced by wide-body planes have improved drastically as far as their hard product goes.
Hope this helped and wasn’t too confusing :)
All the crazies out there and you thought it be a good idea to tell about the secret bathroom unlock latch. You’re a genius!
You can pretty much block the door opening with your knees in most airplane lavatories! I can’t remember when I was on a flight where the door folded out, which means I’ve thought about those buzzers and wonder how anyone could help!
@@Reed-2big well now you know. They can get in to help you, and now the weirdos know how to get in as well.
Who hurt you
@@markfeatherstone6426 your mom. I’ll never forget. Ma Featherstone.😂🤣
I remember when me and a friend were coming back home from Slovakia after a football match. We were too hungover to stand in the queue when they called us in, so we let everyone else go ahead of us, so when we went to the check in area, they had no seats left in the economy class so they ended up upgrading us to first class with no extra charge. So we were there in our sweated out Wales shirts stinking the place out with our ragged clothes, massive hangovers and zero sleep the night before sharing the place with businessmen and women. It was so nice actually having leg room for once so we made sure that is our plan for every other flight.
boarding last is a bad idea, since all the overhead bins will be full and then you will have to check your carry on at the gate, which is a pain, escpecially if you need something from it during the flight.
Fact: there is an increase in flatulence on planes. HAFE stands for High Altitude Flatus Expulsion - Airplane cabins are pressurized to between 6,000 and 8,000 feet, which is a significant altitude change for your body if you’ve come from sea level and, just as the air in your water bottle expands at higher altitudes, the gas in your intestines can expand on a plane, growing to take up about 30 percent more room than usual.
That explains why I have trapped wind pain for 3-4 days after EVERY time I fly!! I ow avoid flying for this reason.
My very recent experience was the captain have told us in midair: We have discovered some issues with the landing equipment …… looks like the problem is fixed, we will find out when landing.
Classic flier humour.
„You might not want to hear this right now. But did you know that physically speaking a ‚landing‘ is defined as ‚controlledly crashing into the runway‘?“
There is also a manual crank if hydraulics fail. At least on Boeing ones.
Taking off is optional…landing is mandatory.
As a regular flyer in the US, I can say that if you have carry-on luggage that you don't want to have to check and retrieve on the gangway, DO NOT board last. I can only remember two flights I've taken in the last 3 years that there were enough overhead storage for everyone, and both of those flights were 1/2 full at most. Because of how rediculous checked back fees have become, almost everyone travels with the largest possible "carry-on", which will result in all the overhead bins being full at about 60% - 70% passenger capacity at most. If you don't mind checking your bag at the gate/gangway then that's fine.
Also, if you are going to puposely board the flight at the end, please book an aisle seat so that you aren't purposefully making other passengers have to get out of their seat to let you in. I prefer to book a window seat and board as early as possible to avoid this and people that can't seem to remember to use the restroom before boarding the plane or can't go 3-4 hours without a bathroom break.
Your comment sounds a little mean, like you want the overhead baggage first, not everyone chooses their seats by choice because of the costs.
Doesn't matter if anyone is on a bus, train or plane, just be kind. So what if someone has to get up to let someone take their seats.
I've boarded many planes, and whether or not I've chosen my seat unless it's a window seat who cares if other passengers have to get up to make way.
And whether or not people choose their seats the flight is scheduled to take off at a set time, not first in
@Rob-yu1lw Please explain to me where I said anything about wanting overhead first. I only spoke truth to earn people that the original video suggesting people wait till last to bored means that 99% of the time they will have to check their bags at the gate.
It sounds like YOU are the one who expects privileged access to overhead space as if you expect others to save space for late boarders.
In regards to having to stand up for others, its not a big deal, but if you know you have a window seat and are at the terminal with plenty time, it's just common courtesy to board as early as you can to make the entire boarding process quicker.
Making someone stand up and I to the aisle so that you can get to your window seat not only inconveniences that person, but everyone standing behind you trying to get to their seats as well as everyone waiting to get on their way.
You should walk
@hopefully2224 No thanks Karen. Simply amazing at how entitlement has given way to simple common courtesy nowadays.
Ok Karen sure whatever you say
Gentle soothing voice
Gee I remember smoking on flights, passengers getting drunk, putting the headset on upside down and kids being given fun packs.
No more cockpit visits allowed ( I wish I had gone when offered)
I remember the cockpit visits ... one of my best memories ever! Shame we won’t ever be able to do that again .. was a different world in those days. Would have been 1991 for me☺️
@@EyeToTheSkyPerth
That's awesome that you had the opportunity. Good memories to have. 😀
@@EyeToTheSkyPerth i remember on 1976 , that was a great time , very hard, but I don’t will miss the work as “ Air Hostess “ . Greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭
I don’t think that airline pilots are the most stressful jobs you can have. Are you kidding me? The people who work in the control towers are the ones that have extremely high anxiety
30% of airline pilots experience chronic anxiety attacks.
I know a pilot who reads books and sleeps between takeoff and landing, which he says are the only parts that really need skill. Everything is automated and there's a co pilot..
Firstly he said “one of the most”…it’s all relative!
I think the Customs beagles deserve applause; they work all day and night sniffing luggage to keep you safe; no pay or pension plan, and if they’re lucky they get to retire to a suburban home they usually have to share with cats.
Air traffic Controller is the most stressful job in aviation
I used to be a flight attendant and I was so surprised not knowing some of these facts. 😅😅 now I know. I feel so powerful now! Lol! 🤣✌🏼
Lol 😂
Samee
To be quite frank, I'm surprised that this information wasn't shared with you as part of your training. No doubt there were more important matters to attend to/teach flight attendants initially but it wouldn't take much time to bring this up to each of you. Oh well... at least you know now. 😊
Wife and I always board last and exit last. My carry-on is cloth and flexible, my wifes carry-on is also small enough to go under the seat infront of her. Sometimes the grounds crew will even take our bags and when on the ground, our bags are waiting on the gangway. We also thank the flight crew for a safe ride everytime we enter and exit.
When I was 17 I was flying from India to America, all on what we then called "jumbo jets". On one leg of the trip my seatmate was a flight attendant on another airline. She played her "I'm special" card and got permission to take me on a tour of the plane. We started with the cockpit where I got to meet the pilots and finished up with that little secret room. It was very cool.
I hope that you and the flight attendant had a long stay in the secret room.
😂😂@@NUMMEHARBEN
That study about the pilots falling asleep was done on a small select group of pilots who were being overworked. These airlines were overworking their pilots so the EASA stepped in and did a study to have evidence for them to stop overworking their pilots. Nowadays you will not see a commercial plane without autopilot. It’s become too crucial due to the advancements in technology
This is one of very few industries that learn from experience. I think it’s great and very practical that the pilots are given the opportunity to pair themselves with other pilots they feel more comfortable working with. There have actually been crashes in the past caused by conflicts between pilot and first officer. So I reckon that is one of the most important secrets revealed in this entertaining and informative video. Thanks “Be Amazed” for the Show. 🔅 🇦🇺
Hello Australia!
@@alantaylor6691 Hi Alan. How are you mate? We are having nothing but rain here in Canberra. Hope you and you family are OK.
@@willyates9176
Howdy. Yes it's come over rainy and with thunderstorms up here in Girvan. More to come over the next couple of days. So I've moved the cows plus Mr Bull to a paddock with some tree shelter so they are able to bed down out of the weather. And there are some kangaroos grazing in the backyard at the moment, they always come out when it's raining for some reason.
Had a couple of males boxing right outside the back door the other day so I took a video of it from out my window. Went for nearly 10 minutes! Funny things, it started out with them scratching themselves, which seems to be some kind of dominance display to the other male. Can't figure out why scratching is a display of dominance, but it seems to be.
My husband and son are both pilots (delta and Skywest)…. The list they referred to is called a “no fly list”. The captain can’t put someone a no fly list only the first officer can. My husband has asked FO to put him on their no fly list so they on’y have to fly together again! My husband is a training captain and. THere’s a big focuses on “cockpit management”. The other thing I like is they go thru quarterly training to keep up on changes or that have come up. They also have to get medical certification at least once a year, 2 xs If you’re older. To the only job I know where you can loose your license over certain hth issues. Both my boys loved the job even with the stress of weather, passengers and training! They wouldn’t do anything else!
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Interesting that birds and hail can cause so much damage on airplanes, but yet, the airplanes sliced through the World Trade towers like they were butter, slicing right through steel beams, coming through the other side of the building with nary a scratch. A miracle 😂
The aircraft did not "come through the other side of the building"!! Only an engine and some wheels did. Look at the numerous videos of the impacts. The nose cone of an aircraft is not made of aluminium as the radar is housed inside, that why it can be damaged by birds. The engines likewise as the tolerance between the turbine blades and the ducting is millimetres, so the slightest distortion by a bird carcase weighing a few pounds hitting at 200 mph will destroy enough blades to upset the turbine and cause an engine failure. No miracles at all, just engineering facts.
@@karhukivi
Oh George, that was a really good effort 🤣
My secret for nowadays cheaper flight booking is don’t confirm a seat if you are forced to select a bad seat during booking. Wait at the gate and then you may get better seat or upgraded roomy seat because the airlines may not sell out all upgrade seat or expensive seat and in the meantime the cheap short back seats are already packed with passengers
I recently retired serving 45 years as a flight attendant, 25 years as an international purser with the largest airline in the world. I find 2 things wrong with this video. The first, waiting until the end to board. Good luck finding space for that overhead luggage that will not fit at your feet, bins are full and you'll have no choice but to check. Second, thanks for showing every pervert how to open locked lav doors, which we are trained to do only in a perceived emergency.
One reason why I dont want to go last. I may not have space left for my hand carry bag.
I wondered when I saw this if anyone ever locks the bathroom door AFTER leaving.
@@lunetabagumbayan1066 You usually have no choice 90% of people cheat anyway. Seats 30-39 and usually half filled wit people from other sections and I have NEVER seen anyone been refused to board for being out of order. The plain is not leaving any quicker. Even if you are very last and walk as slow as you can you will just be waiting on a line at the plane door for least 5 minutes anyway and when you do enter about a third are still not seated anyway. The whole system is a joke. At least with Southwest they actually try to enforce their system unlike 99% of all airlines.
Hey, the hidden switch is one of the few thing I did not know. There are other items he did not mention but those items should remain secret.
you should really write a memoir book !!!
Boarding towards the end is fine if you have no carry-on. On many flights I've seen the overhead storage completely filled before passengers assigned to the nearby seats enter the airplane.
I had the 4 SSSS on my boarding pass from Zürich to Iceland to Orlando. Almost missed the connection. Have no idea why a mom (me) in our family of 4 got singled out. Husband’s work (which has a travel agency division to book flights) paid for our family’s tickets. I was treated like a criminal and separated from my family. My kids were in tears that I would miss the flight!
Probs an American thing
Maybe an item you were having
@@Ali-hayder funny I actually had forgotten 2 Swiss army knives in my handbag and the guy searching my bag didn’t even see them!
@@Ali-hayder oh it can’t be that because they print the SSSS when you get your boarding pass at check in before they’ve checked your luggage
Unfortunately, I have that SSSS code on my boarding pass all the time, so I get extra scrutiny. I’ve learned to take it in stride and TSA are nice, so the inconvenience is bearable.
Out of all the airline meals I've eaten over my life, I've never left anything behind, haven't had a bad one yet. People are too fussy and wasteful.
Me too! I loooove airline food😋
Crazy salty on American airlines.
Try a certain short hall u.k Co, who’s sandwiches are turned up at the ends so you you see the type of filling .inside it.!
Try Malaysia Airlines. Yummy😋
well its different for everyone.. ive always had extreme motion sickness with flights and need to take medication to stop it, and the smell or taste of airplane food make me extremely nauseous. since a year before covid, i stopped eating airplane food completely, just had the snacks and juice
As a frequent flyer I always board last, even with a carry on, and it makes my travel experience much easier. It usually means a gate check, which in some airports is no big deal as they place my bag with the strollers and just bring it to the jet bridge, thus avoiding the struggle to get my bag out of the overhead bin AND in waiting at the baggage carousel. It all depends on the airline and airport.
Great tip about sitting in the rear, that was something I never considered!
I'm guessing you take mostly regional flights. Depends on the airline but gate checks for non-regional flights aren't usually returned at the jet bridge; you have to go to baggage claim. It took my gate-checked bag getting lost only ONCE (as it happens it was the very first time I gate-checked a bag for a non-regional flight) for me to learn to go out of my way to get on early so I can keep my bag with me inside the cabin.
In the rear with the gear
We don’t want rear seats because we’ll get out last but now it is for good reasons. Just get aisle seats.
In Michigan one of the airports has a border collie trained to chase birds out of their runway area
This is perfect. I’m going to London today!🎉
I'm 6'8". I always am the last person on the plane. I don't want to sit curled up in the fetal position longer than I have to. I am also overly kind to the ticket and boarding agents, many times they will take one look at me and give me an emergency exit seat at no extra charge.
Poor man... yo at least free emergency exit :D
Suddenly, I feel privileged.
Request it when you check it. It is the only seat that is not booked until that day. They want to see who they are booking. The first thing I would do is ask if it was taken and request it. I am not as tall as you but they are often glad to give it to someone like you and long as you do not have health issues that might be a problem. It often does not recline much and not tray but you have plenty of room. For some reason they tend to put newborn mothers in the other seat. Maybe it was just my luck.
I have sat at the emergency seat before and didn't realize that it had more leg room. I am only 5' 1" so maybe that is why I didn't notice. My last flight I swapped my aisle seat with husband so he could stretch his legs. Mine were cramped and that is saying something.
Was seated by a former TWA flight supervisor on an Aer L flight NY to Dublin. It was a real blessing, as she had great stories and the "flight" "flew!!!" She told of one experience where a passenger had died on vacation, and to save the expense and hassle of going through a funeral director, lead lined coffin, etc., his best friend seated him on a wheel chair, booked him as disabled and wheeled him on board!!! They were already in the air when the ruse was discovered...
Omg. Imagine getting the seat on the other side of him.
did they discover the truth because the friend ate both meals? ;)
DIERDRE McNAMARA. Hilarious. A real "Weekend At Bernie's" experience with a twist!
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@@catherinehazur7336 On another flight a passenger died and they tucked him away in a closet ...hope it wasn't the food locker!!!
SSSS gets printed on all boarding passes at some airports for people simply connecting and need to go through security again in their connecting city. Example: Flying from Kiev-Frankfurt-Chicago ... your FRA-ORD boarding pass will have SSSS printed on it since they don't trust the security in Kiev, so you'll be re-directed at the gate in FRA to go through security again
I have always boarded last. Not a fan of herding. But my carry-on fits under my seat (no need for overhead).
With travel delays and long layovers, Priority Pass for airport lounges would be very helpful. Happy travels 🎉
I'm glad to know I'm not alone in my phobia for high altitudes.Thank you for this very informative and hilarious information!
The lightening strike works like this - there is an electrical thing called a "Faraday's Cage", which essentially means the electrons push to the outer shell of the airplane. As we all (should) know, opposite charges attract and like charges repel each other. The stronger the charge, the greater the effect. Mankind has been able to create massively high charges which is cool, but we still cannot create a charge anywhere near a real lightening strike, but with the extremely high charge, the electrons push against each other enough that they ride on the outer shell, or the outer cage of whatever is struck. The same thing works for when a car is struck by lightening or when a power line lays across a car after an accident. So long as you are inside the car and not touching the ground, you should be safe. Then the rescue squad or fire department can throw a rope with weights on each end to remove the wire without touching it.
Pilots in the U.S. have to get attended sleep studies done yearly that they have to pay for out of pocket and then get reimbursed by the airline. Doesn’t stop the sleep study company from trying to submit a claim or prior authorization request through the insurance before the service is rendered. This is how important their rest is.
Very good and educational. My dad worked for the airlines since i was a baby in 1952. I've been flying all my life. i do miss the old days when we were served breakfast, lunch or dinner, depending on what time of day that we flew. Prop planes, turbo prop planes or jets. It was always great. No one ever misbehaved at the airport or on airplanes, Never. I still enjoy airline food and always have. I do miss the "good ol days" though. This applied to all classes, not just first class. And each person had enough room. Thanks. i enjoyed this, and learned a thing or 2.
Thanks for your post. I'm an ex flight attendant from late 60s early 70s. It was just like you say. Flying was fun back then.
My ex had to do a job at one place that prepares airplane meals. He said there was food all over the floor, had to wade through it, and that he'd never eat airline food again. He also worked a job at Kellogg's, and said he'd never eat their cereal again.
Mostly snacks or maybe 1 meal. Lots of beverage service though.
@Tim Tucker & @Terri Price , I agree. My dad was Air Force and we flew all over the world. I remember the late 60s to early 80s. Flying was fun, lovely hot meals on flights, tons of leg room, and no passengers flared up. Very different from today.
Flight attendants are still friendly, but they have alot of different tasks now. I feel bad for them, seems like a lot of rude entitled people on almost every flight.
@@leiannesw4926 People who "misbehave" on airplanes or in airports should be permanently on the "No Fly List". No exceptions. Long term jail sentences and high fines if they get physical with flight crews, other passengers or endanger anyone on a plane during a flight or even when taxiing to and from the terminal. Open an emergency exit without flight crew direction, Jail with no bail.
I’ve air traveled frequently throughout my life. Overhead compartment space is highly sought after. Those who board first get the first pick. But when you board is determined by your class, which is determined by what you pay for.
That said, don’t be surprised if you board last and you can’t find anywhere to put your carry on.
Also, if you want to get off the plane in a hurry, prefer seating at the front.
Lastly but not least, make sure you get an aisle seat for rapid get up and go. Not necessarily for safety but bathroom breaks, extra leg room, and the ability to be the first to stand up and grab your stuff after landing are all reasons to go with the aisle.
O, come on. Where exactly you air travelled frequently? I guess you talk about some internal flights.
There's a number of your seat on the boarding pass. While boarding you can't choose where to sit. It doesn't matter when you board, you must sit where your number says.
The only realistic thing you said is that one may end up without space for carry on luggage.
@@rad_y6315 You can’t choose a seat while boarding, but you *can* while purchasing your ticket. I don’t see why one can’t follow OP’s tips then.
@@JosieJOK exactly. You choose it before you board. That's why it makes no point trying to enter first. Being first to board wouldn't change your seat.
That's just me.
However, It's a good advice regarding the carry-on bag.
Besides some airports provide drive in stairs and open the back door too.
In any way, boarding, getting in and out, going through security, the whole thing is annoying.
@@rad_y6315 Storm in a tea cup BS.
@@rad_y6315 are you that dense? They never said that you should be first to board because of the seat, they said because of the luggage compartment. I fly about 15 times per year and I can agree that everything the original comment wrote was correct.
Years ago, my father-in-law (an engineer at an aerospace company) told us about the "standard chicken" test: Designers would throw a frozen chicken from the supermarket into a jet engine to see if it kept running and how much damage it (the engine) underwent. He added that the military used frozen turkeys to substitute for geese the fighter jets might encounter.
I was never sure if the "standard chicken" was a joke or the real thing...
It's true. Not the frozen bit, but they shoot them from an air cannon with the engines at full revs. It's used to see if the engine will still be working to some extent after a bird strike and if it causes secondary damage that could bring an aircraft down.... information compliments from my military aeronautical engineer lol.
@@pixie3760 Thanks for the info! My FIL also insisted hummingbirds migrated south by catching rides on the backs of geese (a real joker, in other words). His grandbrats adored him and -- of course -- believed every wild story he told them.
@@krisaaron5771 .
True! Rolls Royce actually has a video of their new engine testing with birds!
So flying is definitely not vegan. Good to know!
I have been a frequent flyer for over 8years now and sonce i barelynsleep i flight i noticed so much during long hauls...especially in the hostess cabins in the back of the plane..anyway air travel is so beautiful but those long haul flights sometimes get so boring..i did 12 take off and landing in less than a day...Douala-Abuja,Abbuja-Accra,Accra-Abidjan,Abidjan-Accra,Accra-Dubai,Dubai-Mumbai....in under 24hrs