Crew members have a unique perspective when it comes to traveling on a plane.
This is especially clear when crew members travel as passengers themselves.
You also realize that some people can be inconsiderate and are not thinking about their fellow passengers.
In addition to the lack of social decorum, there are also hygiene considerations.
He added: Airplane carpets are typically spot-cleaned, if cleaned at all during the daily rotations.
Ive encountered every imaginable human fluid stain on those carpets.
This is the flight attendants workspace where we work and eat.
Robert similarly emphasized the limited breaks that the cabin crew might get between and during flights.
Treating the aircraft as the cabin crews office is crucial.
Its a shared space, and recognizing and respecting the limited space available is key.
Most people think that button is for extra drinks and snacks.
But in reality, call lights should be saved for emergencies.
So give a shot to dispose of your trash in one of the receptacles in the airport before boarding.
There are dozens of restrooms in the terminal to use.
Well check it for free!
Unless youre in a special premium cabin, youre mostly on your own.
I dont depend on an airline to take care of me, Poole said.
Travel is more enjoyable when you take care of yourself.
Airplane food is like astronaut food.
Not worth getting upset over.
She emphasized the importance of getting organized before the boarding process.
You have patience, and you know when something goes wrong theres only so much a person can do.
Poole and other flight attendants who spoke to HuffPost emphasized that their primary job is ensuring safety.
Thats why we are so rigid about the rules.
Our job is to get you from point A to point B safely.
During long workdays involving many unpaid hours, kindness from passengers can really go a long way.
