You know what’s Not on Roids, but somehow manages to trigger them: airplane passengers. Seriously, is it a law of physics that the moment you step foot inside an airport, common sense takes a vacation? Its like entering another dimension where personal space ceases to exist and polite behavior goes to die. And let’s be honest, the plane itself is ground zero for maximum irritation.
First up: The Great Boarding Blockade. You know those people who take fifteen minutes to wrestle their carry-on into the overhead bin while a line of increasingly agitated passengers snakes behind them? It delays the whole flight! Were talking serious time wasted because someone can’t grasp the concept of “efficiency.”
Then there are the Gate-Blocking Brigades. Apparently, a solid wall of people, wheelchairs, and rogue roller bags is considered acceptable behavior while deplaning. Jodi Smith says it makes it difficult for others to leave – newsflash: we all want off this metal tube!
Seat squatters? Dont even get me started. Lia Ocampo, former flight attendant, reminds us that you’re required to stay in your assigned seat during boarding. Attempting a sneak attack on someone else’s territory will land you squarely on the cabin crew’s bad side. And for goodness sake, know your seat number!
Speaking of flight attendants, theyre not just there to serve tiny bags of pretzels. As one airline crew member pointed out, they are “first responders” trained to handle emergencies 36,000 feet in the air. Stop treating them like personal concierges! A little respect goes a long way.
Finally, the constant demands. Flight attendants have actual responsibilities beyond fetching your miniature bottle of wine. Just…chill out. Show a little courtesy and maybe, just maybe, you’ll get a slightly less stressful flight.
