Are you unsure of the correct etiquette when travelling on an aeroplane? Here is a list of sensible behaviors that should be followed to avoid any grievances.
Boarding and exiting an aircraft
When boarding a plane, always carry your baggage so you don't knock other passengers. When walking along the aisle to find your seat carry your bag directly in front or behind you as the aisle is narrow. On every flight I have travelled I have witnessed seated passengers being hit in the head by other passengers' bags.
When it's time to exit the plane don't run to the door. Let passengers in front of you disembark in an orderly fashion row by row. Rushing off the aircraft has no purpose as your luggage will not be waiting for you on the carousel in the arrival hall.
Hand Baggage
Today travellers take more hand luggage onto the aircraft to avoid checked luggage fees, minimize the risk of lost luggage and make it simpler for a fast exit of the airport after arrival. Please make sure you only have one carry-on bag and it complies with the required dimensions for carry-on baggage. When you have found your seat it is recommended to place your bag in the overhead locker directly above you[spin] or under the seat in front of you. [spin]It is important to keep you bag close at all times as there have been incidents of theft from overhead lockers when thieves see people store bags in overhead lockers behind their seat out of view.
Seating Etiquette
While seated on the aircraft try to show consideration of the person next to you. If you are a big person you should not book a window seat as it will be too small for you. Ensure you reserve an aisle seat at the front of the section. That way you won't be a nuisance to the passenger next to you.
If you have an aisle or window seat think about the disadvantaged passenger in the middle seat and allow them to claim some much needed armrest space.
On short flights, reclining your seat should be kept to a minimum. On longer flights it is acceptable to recline your seat to sleep but try to do it slowly. Never put your seat back during meal time. I have witnessed many spilt cups of coffee and upset passengers who have had to endue the rest of a long flight with soiled clothing.
Please shower before boarding a flight. If you have any history of foot odour do not remove your footwear. Remember that you are in close proximity to other passengers and those passengers cannot escape your bad odours. On one flight it was funny to see flight attendants spraying one dirty passenger who smelt very bad.
Going to the Bathroom
If you are a frequent bathroom restroom immediately before boarding and to book an aisle seat to be of minimal nuisance to other passengers. Climbing over the seats, especially at meal time, is very inconvenient. Also don't use the headrest of the seat in front as extra leverage when you get up as this is very annoying to the passenger in that seat. Secure your tray table gently.
Having travelled extensively all over the world I am always annoyed at how many people don't have any consideration for the people around them. Travelling would be a much more pleasant experience if people were more aware of other passengers.
Boarding and exiting an aircraft
When boarding a plane, always carry your baggage so you don't knock other passengers. When walking along the aisle to find your seat carry your bag directly in front or behind you as the aisle is narrow. On every flight I have travelled I have witnessed seated passengers being hit in the head by other passengers' bags.
When it's time to exit the plane don't run to the door. Let passengers in front of you disembark in an orderly fashion row by row. Rushing off the aircraft has no purpose as your luggage will not be waiting for you on the carousel in the arrival hall.
Hand Baggage
Today travellers take more hand luggage onto the aircraft to avoid checked luggage fees, minimize the risk of lost luggage and make it simpler for a fast exit of the airport after arrival. Please make sure you only have one carry-on bag and it complies with the required dimensions for carry-on baggage. When you have found your seat it is recommended to place your bag in the overhead locker directly above you[spin] or under the seat in front of you. [spin]It is important to keep you bag close at all times as there have been incidents of theft from overhead lockers when thieves see people store bags in overhead lockers behind their seat out of view.
Seating Etiquette
While seated on the aircraft try to show consideration of the person next to you. If you are a big person you should not book a window seat as it will be too small for you. Ensure you reserve an aisle seat at the front of the section. That way you won't be a nuisance to the passenger next to you.
If you have an aisle or window seat think about the disadvantaged passenger in the middle seat and allow them to claim some much needed armrest space.
On short flights, reclining your seat should be kept to a minimum. On longer flights it is acceptable to recline your seat to sleep but try to do it slowly. Never put your seat back during meal time. I have witnessed many spilt cups of coffee and upset passengers who have had to endue the rest of a long flight with soiled clothing.
Please shower before boarding a flight. If you have any history of foot odour do not remove your footwear. Remember that you are in close proximity to other passengers and those passengers cannot escape your bad odours. On one flight it was funny to see flight attendants spraying one dirty passenger who smelt very bad.
Going to the Bathroom
If you are a frequent bathroom restroom immediately before boarding and to book an aisle seat to be of minimal nuisance to other passengers. Climbing over the seats, especially at meal time, is very inconvenient. Also don't use the headrest of the seat in front as extra leverage when you get up as this is very annoying to the passenger in that seat. Secure your tray table gently.
Having travelled extensively all over the world I am always annoyed at how many people don't have any consideration for the people around them. Travelling would be a much more pleasant experience if people were more aware of other passengers.