Many of you may be traveling this week for a race- cation so I thought this was a perfect time to give you all a little reminder about being nice to your friendly flight attendant ( because it might be me)!
1. Do not state the obvious.
We know when the plane is too hot or too cold. That's why you should
always bring a sweater when the air is too cold. Also lowering the window shades help when
it's hot. The plane has a greenhouse effect. When the sun is beating in through
the window of course it’s going to be hot.
2. We have no control of the weather! It is not our fault
that we get delayed or have a maintenance issue.
3. We are on the plane with you so therefore we have no
information about your connecting flights. We do not have an imaginary computer
to look to see if flights are on time or delayed. Do not ask if the captain can
call ahead to say you are coming.
4. When boarding do not ask if it is a full flight or if the
boarding process has been completed when we walk down the aisle just so you can
move to an empty row. You will know when the boarding process is complete when
there are no more passengers boarding the flight.
5. After boarding, stow your luggage as quickly as possible
and sit down. You don't want to be the one holding up
the boarding process because you need to get things out of your bag.
6. Respect the seatbelt sign. We know that it may stay on for
longer than what it should, but there is usually a reason, so please ask before
you just decide to get up. Do not get up during the beverage service!
7. When asked if you like a beverage, say what you would
like,” not what do you have?” It's easier to say that we don't have it then
saying every option we do have.
8. During the beverage service let the flight attendant know
if you do not want ice before they start to pour your drink. If you don't say
anything we usually put ice in it automatically. Don't be afraid to ask for the
whole can. It usually is not a problem.
7. Follow the portable electronic devices rule. Now we all
know that a plane is not going to go down because a cell phone is on, but it is
still the rule, so be respectful and follow it. So when you hear the
announcement to turn them off...do it!
8. Flight attendants are there for your comfort but more
importantly for your safety. Please know
there are many circumstances that are out of their control, so don't take it
out on them. As long as you show respect you will receive respect.
So remember, the next time you step on the plane for your
next race –cation or vacation, always be nice to your flight attendant, it
could be me!
Have a safe flight everyone!