20 things to never ask for onboard agents
You want a first class upgrade? Do not ask your dashgent.
With an average of44,000 flights initially in the world every day and2.7 million passengers Taking the sky, aerial travel is also routine for many people than taking the steering wheel. However, professionals keep these people order and entertain themselves at cruising altitude are more than passing peanuts and demonstrating security information. In fact, there are countless things that your on-board agent who will probably go unnoticed in the eyes of the layman.
Stranger are still all the things you will never catch the driving crew on a plan. If you will have or not see aFlight attendant on uniform how many of these mini-bottles actually serve you, these things the edge agents are never allowed to do might be surprise evenThe most intrepid travelers. Continue reading to see 20 things you should never ask your on-board agent.
1 They can not let you drink that alcohol you brought on board.
Unfortunately, this bottle of rum that you bought duty-free can not be driven when you are on the plane. And yes, the edge agents stop you. "If you bring aAlcoholic beverages on board, It can not be open. If you have in a bag, for example a duty free bag or it is in your bin, which is good, but you can not drink. If not, they can get super-drunk and we do not take care of them, "saysSusan McCord, An on-board agent for 25 years.
2 They can not afford to see them in uniform.
Although many of the strict requirements for grooming habits have been lifted in recent years, this does not mean that you spot them on theuniform on the flight. According to McCord, while some edge agents will change in their uniforms on the pre-flight of aircraft, interacting with uniform clients is undoubtedly badly seen.
3 They can not use all medical equipment on board.
While most edge agents are CPR certified and can use a defibrillator, some flights have special medical tools that can not actually affect the edge agents. "There is a physician kit that a key is in charge, but it's something that a nurse and a doctor with credentials can lead us to open," says McCord.
4 They can not continue to serve you when you have enough.
It does not matter if you are in the first class economy if you hadoverriding, Your on-board agent can not give you more. "If you can say they get [BU], you can cut them at any time," says McCord. "They put a lot of responsibility on us not too served. »
5 They can not upgrade you.
Being nice with your lover agent go far, but it does not get a seat in first class. "We do not upgrade," said McCord. "It's up to us at the headquarters of someone or their upgrade. »
6 They can not give your child a free seat.
Sorry, your child does not automatically hinder a seat in the plane just because you brought them on. Whilechildren of less than two can usually fly freelyThey must sit on your lap. "People think that when they bring a child less than two, they automatically get a seat for their child. They do not do it, "says McCord.
7 They can not take your advice.
Register your extra money forWhen you land; It is unlikely that your interlock will be allowed to take. "They do not want you to take advice. Everything is included in the plane ticket. They do not want people to feel like they have at the forefront because it's our job, "says McCord.
8 They can not have a drink with you.
And do not assume your edge agent will sit at a cocktail next to you. According to the old on-board agentSteffanie RiversAuthor ofAnd Flight Don'ts: Dashboard Guide for Secrets Travel Airline, Drink in use is a big no-no. "We are not supposed to drink the liquor we serve people," she says.
9 They can not use the airlines for what they want.
To be an interlocking agent does not mean getting ainexhaustible source of free flightsFor friends. "I'm not supposed to use my access to the flight to transport other people or objects," says Rivers.
10 They can not pass the seats passengers.
The edge agents are unlikely to give you a hand if you wantSwitching seats during a trip. "Many people think we can just get people moving. It's not up to us. On the manifest for the plane, just like your bag is attached to your seat number, "says McCord.
11 They can not manage your huge suitcase.
If you bring over an oversized bag, which is upon you and you alone. "Many people come on and wait for the edge agent to liftthe suitcase. Sometimes they will bring great cases full of books and they want the edge agents to soulevent. We can help, but so that we can put it in place is not a data, "says McCord.
12 They can not always rest.
Even if you are on a night flight, you can not always rely on your edge agent to have a chance to napping. According toStefany Dimanno Ceccato, an enterprise officer and founder ofDMC travel tailor, Sleeping is not always on the table, even for long flights. "I do not feel comfortable on the plane on the flights of the night in case the passenger wakes up and needs a service, and I also like to check thepilot To make sure they are awake and have what they need to promote a safe flight! "
13 They can not enter the cockpit when they wish.
The edge agents can and bring the cockpit periodically during the flights, but they can not admit whenever they want. "Usually, you must first call [the pilots] and let them know that you come in. Usually, there are codes at the door," says McCord. "You have someone who holds the curtain when you go to the door for anyone else can run."
14 They can not use these accumulated flights for business trips.
While the edge agents receive a lot of free flights, they are not supposed to use them for something other thanPersonal holidays. For example, if an edge guide had to book a trip to a conference for a separate part-time job, they could easily have problems, according to the rivers.
15 They can not accept your checks.
If you buy free items on the plane, do not try to pay with a personal check. McCord confirms that credit and debit cards become the only currency accepted for flight purchases.
16 They can not leave you in the galley.
Do not try to spend time in the kitchen of the plane. According to McCord, it's a sacred space for the edge agents, and there is no room for youYoga Or good discussion there, anyway.
17 They are not supposed to try to promote their external interests.
If your edge agent tries to get you to buy their essential oils, leggings, or subscribe to their podcast, do not be afraid of a complaint to the airline. "We are not supposed to solicit customers for our own private interests," says rivers.
18 They can not do anything with your personal information.
Your edge agent may have seen your boarding documents, but do not assume they will do something with your information. The rivers say that confidentiality is of the greatest importance for the edge agents.
19 They can not bring anything on board.
Despite what the movies may have said, there is no door of the door open for flight attendants to bring things on an airplane that could not get safety, says rivers.
20 They can not do anything to tarnish their reputation in uniform.
McCord says what to do something other than the flight company in uniform is considered. "Every time you wear your uniform, you are supposed to be very respectable," she says. "You are not supposed to be in the bar or sit in aHotel Hall with drinks if you are in your uniform. For more travel and secret hacks, check these30 secrets from the airport only insiders know.