I’m someone who cannot sleep on planes, even after long periods without sleep. Because of this, I usually book daytime long-haul flights, often breaking journeys with a transit hotel so I can rest on the ground instead.
I also always choose a window seat because I prefer looking outside rather than watching screens.
However, I’ve noticed a trend on long-haul daytime flights where meals are served shortly after takeoff and then passengers are encouraged to close window shades so others can sleep. This usually happens around midday, when I’m not tired at all, making it difficult for me to follow that routine.
It frustrates me because I specifically choose flights where I expect to stay awake and enjoy the view, but the cabin environment often shifts toward sleeping conditions.
I understand most passengers prefer to sleep, but I try to be considerate by not keeping the shade fully open if it bothers others. Still, I don’t want to spend my waking hours in a dark cabin. Am I being unreasonable for wanting to keep my window shade partially open during the flight?
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