Flight attendants share the 14 things they wish all passengers would start doing

Maddy SimsAug 23, 2024, 22:14 IST

Flight attendants have a lot of major responsibilities.Leon Neal/Getty Images

Flight attendants told Business Insider things they wished passengers did more often.
They encourage passengers to stop bringing their cellphones to the bathroom.

Traveling on airplanes can be stressful, and it can be easy to forget about others around you — including flight attendants.

But it's important to remember that they're there to make your ride more comfortable and ensure everyone on board stays safe.

To help everyone have the best trip possible, read on for things flight attendants wish passengers would start doing for every flight.

Bring something warm or wear layers.

This is especially important if your seat doesn't include a blanket.Shutterstock

Give yourself plenty of time to make a connection.

Flights can sometimes get delayed.Ben Mack / Insider

Read the terms and conditions of your ticket before you buy it.

Always read the fine print.conejota/Shutterstock

Flight attendants follow safety rules just like anyone else, so be patient when they must remain seated during turbulence.

Always pay attention when they have announcements.Adnan Abidi/Reuters

Bring some of your own snacks and beverages, especially if you have certain restrictions.

This can also help ensure you don't have to wait to be served.Shutterstock

Pay attention to the safety demonstration.

It'll only take a few minutes.ADEK BERRY / Getty

Take out your headphones when flight attendants come by for service.

It's a small gesture that makes a big difference.tanyss / iStock

Saying thank you to flight attendants goes a long way.

Flight attendants have a lot of responsibility.Shutterstock

Greet staff members when you board the plane.

It's nice to acknowledge when someone is saying hello to you.Shutterstock

Seriously, keep the aisles clear.

Remember that planes are flight attendants' workspace.Shutterstock

Obey the carry-on and personal-item rules that come with your ticket.

Always remember that the overhead space in an airplane is meant to be shared.sbhaumik / iStock

Leave your phone behind on bathroom runs.

Airplanes are a shared space, and the bathrooms are no exception.AP/Matt Slocum

Try to stay out of the galley — it's not really for passengers.

It's not your second home.iStock

Bringing a small token of appreciation never hurts.

Some flight attendants wish passengers would do this more often.Nykonchuk Oleksii/Shutterstock

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