20 things that the edge agents want you to know

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There are some common foods that every traveler should follow. Say hello to the crew when you board; Pay attention to safety procedures (yes, even if it's boring); Delete your headphones when you talk to edge agents. After all, the crew must treat every day with undisciplined passengers - and sometimes permanently. If you want to get their good side and have a smooth flight, here is theInsider Tips You should know about the benefits.

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They have always put your safety first.

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The number one responsibility of aFlight attendant is your safety. Although many edge agents go beyond and beyond their announcement "Let us know if there is everything we can do so that your flight is more enjoyable", it does not deserve to treat them as a personal assistant. AuthorScott Mautz written inInc., "Assistants are neither room service nor household in the sky."

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They want you to tell them if you are a nervous flyer.

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Whether your first time on an airplane or you are afraid of flying, they can help you calm down. According to the accompanist and the reddit userU / gwinny, "I'm trying to give [passengers with an extreme fear of stealing] as much information on the flight as possible. When you know how a flying plane, all the sounds that it makes ... you are more likely to you Feel comfortable. I explain that turbulence is just potholes in the sky. "

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They do not have answers to all your questions.

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Yes, they are the face of the crew in flight, but there are many things behind the scenes; Do not expect what they know the most recent information, so be frustrated with them when they can not answer it immediately. An edge agent tellsInternal business community, "We may know 5% of what [captains] do. We do not know how bad time is, why we take a new road, or why we can not land early. But believe that C 'Is for your safety! "

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They appreciate nice gestures.

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Whether it's a smile as they pass or contact with the eyes during safety instructions, do not loseacceptable social behavior Once you're curled in. Mautz compares the briefing of a flight attendant to a work presentation, saying, "If you do it at a meeting and that the 12 people in front of you do not pay attention, how would it make you feel ? "

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They hate when you do not store your bags near your seat.

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The fight against airspace is a constant battle, especially the new return of your embarkation group. Nevertheless, even if you spot an opening when you enter the plane, continue to move because it is inconsiderate to other passengers. PilotPatrick Smith advise: "Please do not place yourhand luggage In the first empty tray you come to. He makes me crazy when I see a guy pushing his 26-inch tuming in a trash can above the row 5, then continuing on his seat assigned in the row 52. I know it's tempting, but that causes it The filling of the bins before filling up quickly. People sitting on the front must now travel back to arrange their property, then return upstream, against the traffic flow, slowdown of everyone. "

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They want you to keep your cloak on your lap.

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"Nothing is more frustrating than to watch someone put a cloak in a place where an entire bag could go and then chat with us about it," says the onboard agentElisa Williamson. She recommends hanging your cloak until theflight Embarked. There is usually somewhere to sneak in a space that will not affect the already limited storage capacity of the trash.

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They suggest putting your jewelry in a ziplock.

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Independent writerKatie GOHN MCELVEEN Actions advice she received from a attendant, saying "putting the jewel of this day in a ziplock instead of wearing it". This advice saves you time and potentially money, because you do not have to worry about losing jewelry, deleting it when security, or getting trapped when your body swells during the flight.

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They want you to carefully choose your seats.

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Although some airlines charge assigned seats, the extra money can be worth it for some passengers. Hawaiian Airlines Attend theftKaipo Kauka Recommends window seats to sleep, andAlley seats attendancebathroom Users. Kauka also suggests that if you are easily cold, stay away from any doorway door or emergency exit, explaining how, "these outputs allow the exterior cold air to infiltrate into the aircraft "

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They prefer to leave the medium empty seat.

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If you are traveling with a partner, frequent travelerRamez ghayas usmaniSays that the edge agents recommend you to select a window and a driveway, leaving the open seat. If the flight is not full, it can mark you three seats together - and if the flight is complete, the middle passenger will have no problem moving on the window or the driveway to allow you to sit together .

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They do not want you to wear shorts on a plane.

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Usmani says that the edge agents advise travelers not to wear shorts, because the planes are usually cold and there are not enough blankets for each passenger (more, they are thin). If you are traveling in ahot destination, Pack a pair in your hand luggage and change them to the airport. Usmani says that the edge agents also recommend bringing a hooded or lightweight jacket.

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They are not allowed to give you medications (not even aspirin!).

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With a pressurized cabin, a change of altitude and smaller seats, it is not surprising that you do not feel the best flying. Even if you are a frequent flyer that has never encountered a problem, it's a smart idea to keep key medicines on hand like tylenol and ibuprofen for headaches or body cramps, all regular drug In case of delays, as well as anti-anxiety and antihistamine drugs.Cailey Rizzo written forTravel + Leisure"Although there is still a first-aid kit on board, air regulations stipulate that the edge agents are not even allowed to distribute aspirin."

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They know how to beat the time offset.

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It's not a secret that flying a toll on your body but Hawaiian Airlines AgityHeather Sanchez Skirt of essential oils to combat the time offset. "I'm counting on essential oils to refresh my senses and also lavender oil, especially to ensure a good night's rest," she says. But hold the oils on the plane! Although a little essence of lavender can help you sleep better, the perfume can overwhelm your seat partner; Be courteous and wait for you to save your pillow or apply soothing oils to the temples.

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They know how important it is to stay hydrated.

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Yes, drinking water is the key to moisturize. According toCondé NAST Traveler, you should drink eight ounces of water for each hour of air. But what about your skin? Williamson reminds passengers to bring a moisturizer for any flight, but especially for long-haul trips.

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It does not bother if you bring your own bottle of water.

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Bieke Claes, General manager ofCulture, says it does not work on a plane without its bottle of aluminum water: "A standard thanked me to not only take care of myself and my health, but also to take care of the environment at the same time. "

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They will not let you go on board if you are drunk.

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According to Redit UserU / gwinnyIf a passenger shows signs of poisoning, edge agents are required to refuse access to boarding. She adds: "The captain has the last word and will often promote the edge agents in these situations."

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They hate aircraft delays as much as you do.

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Yes, delays are boring but passengers are not the only affected - it's also adelay For the crew in flight. "It's very rare that delays help us like edge agents. We want to go home after work and we may be lacking the last flight because of this delay," Williamson said.

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They do not like that when you make yoga on the plane.

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"If you are someone who extends in the galley on aflight of two hours, we all judge: "Williamson says. She adds:" If it's a long-haul flight, we get it totally; Flights of five hours [or more] can be really difficult, but making yoga in the galley is always a bit weird. We do not have much space there and it's a bit intrusive. Instead, Williamson simply recommend walking to stretch your legs.

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They think it's disgusting when you take your shoes.

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Almost all theFlight attendant has the same council; Shoes on! Otherwise, in the interest of your passenger colleagues and board agents, for the safety and sanitation of your own being. An interlocking agent saidInternal business community, "Please, please, please, stop walking in the naked foot toilet, or even with socks. Would you ever walk in a room Public toilet Naked? No, thank you, sir, to mop the pipe on the ground with your socks. "

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They appreciate small gifts.

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If you decide to bring arelic for dashboards (especially around the holidays), get it out of the kindness of your heart as a token of appreciation, not hoping to get an improvement or better service.

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They are annoyed by passengers entitled.

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When it comes back, remember that you share a plane with other passengers who are easily superior to the crew. User reddit U / gwinny says that the most boring passengers are "those who are so packed in their own world that they have forgotten that they travel with 200 other human beings". And the edge agents are not immunized against the frightens of theft; In fact, it's the 23 things that truly horrify dashboards .


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