What annoys most the flight stewardesses of the passengers …
If you happen to order coffee on the plane, you should read the following.
The flight crew is there to make your flight easier. There are very simple ways to return the favor.
U.S HuffPost spoke with crew members to learn more about their pet pets and how travellers can help them ensure the safety and well-being of all in the air.
Some of their suggestions are simply preferences to be more effective. But others concern the safety of the aircraft and its passengers (of course, in some crisis situations, these recommendations do not apply).
They give us some advice here.
- Be precise when ordering coffee
When you order a drink in flight, it is useful to know what you want when the flight crew arrive at your seat, but also to be very clear about the details of your order. Bryanna, who works for a major airline and only reveals her first name on her blog and Instagram profile, Life On a Jumpseat, tells us that, in the case of morning flights, having to ask each passenger how they take their coffee can drag out distribution.
"If you want to be my favorite passenger, you can even tell me right away how many sugars or creams you want" she says by email.
- Clear the aisle as quickly as possible
As anyone who has ever flown before knows, boarding and alighting from the aircraft can be difficult. In both cases, being on the phone at that time is a sign that you don't care about wasting other people's time.
"Crew members find you rude when you ignore them when boarding or alighting from the plane, and neither do the passengers behind you enjoy wasting time trying to tidy up your things, with the phone taped to your ear" she says.
Another frustrating situation is when people stop at the threshold of the plane to ask non-urgent questions and delay the boarding of other passengers, says Jasmine King, an employee of a major American airline, who recounts her experience on Instagram under the pseudonym @37000nbeyond. In addition, unless there is a pressing need, be careful not to use the toilet when boarding, as this can also inconvenience other passengers when you return to your seat.
"*-Boarding is the most lively part of the flight. Also, we would all appreciate it if you could put your luggage away as quickly as possible and clear the aisle to let others through--" she said in an email.
Emily Keathley, a flight attendant for a large company who recounts her travel experiences under the pseudonym Instagram @weariwandered, explains that the "worst passengers" on board are those who do not take into account the "fasten your seat belts" light, especially before takeoff and landing.
"I've already seen several people get up to go to the toilet right as we were about to take off. However, for safety reasons, it is forbidden to stand when the plane is on the ground, and the departure can therefore be delayed" she confides by email. "Don't forget that this light comes on for a reason, not to bother you."
- Don't dirty the plane
In general, flight crews pass through the cabin with a garbage bag to pick up any garbage from passengers, but Jasmine King says she is still dealing with people who "pile up" their garbage in the pocket on the back of the seat and leave it there for the crew to clean up later.
If, for any reason, you get your place dirty (flights are sometimes moving), she advises you to talk about it right away to prevent the situation from escalating.
- Be attentive and obedient
Ally Lovett is also a flight attendant. She works for a large company, lives near New York and maintains the blog **Depart Fashion. She explains that what she hates most are the people who do not comply when the announcement is made to turn off the electronic devices when approaching the airport.
"I always wonder if they heard us or if they wait until the last minute to turn off their computer, after being told three times" she wrote. "I think it's amazing."
- Be polite: say Hello or, at a minimum, Nod
A long trip is enough to get everyone in a bad mood. But being polite with the crew requires little effort and can make the situation more liveable for everyone.
Bryanna gives us "a few simple tips to make sure the flight crew doesn't feel belittled": "Take off your headphones or headphones when we reach your row, say 'PLEASE' and 'THANK YOU' when you order a drink, give us your garbage, and greet us as you board and get off the plane."
On her blog, Jasmine King explains the things to do and not to do: she points out that patience and kindness are "always appreciated and help a lot." She adds that if your hostess or steward does not assist you right away, it is not because he or she ignores you. His attention is probably focused on something more urgent.
"I promise you we won't forget you," she explains. "Sometimes we have a lot to deal with at the same time."
Be fun, Take care of you
Source : HuffPost