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Hello, I have noticed that some airlines use a very structured deplaning method where passengers leave the aircraft by row in groups. For example, Vueling often calls passengers in sections, such as the first few rows first, followed by the next set, and so on, with everyone...

Hi everyone, I’m going abroad this summer through a study program, and their travel service (Flightfox) is booking my flights. I don’t have much international travel experience, so I’m unsure if my layover is realistic. My itinerary is: London Heathrow → Chicago O’Hare (arrives...

I flew from Seattle to Split with a connection in Munich and placed a bid of $320 to upgrade to premium economy on the long-haul segment. This was slightly above the minimum bid, but it wasn’t accepted. Once onboard, the flight turned out to be pretty empty. I even had an entire...

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...

My cabin trolley is 57 cm, which is slightly above Wizz Air’s size limit. The handle adds about 1 cm, while the wheels add 6.5 cm. On Wizz Air’s website, it says the size allowance excludes handles and wheels, but wheels must not exceed 5 cm. This is where I’m confused: If I...

After years of frequent business travel, I’ve been thinking about a different approach to airplane boarding. Instead of traditional methods like back-to-front or window-to-aisle, what if there was an additional step between priority boarding and general boarding? The idea is to...

Since the changes following COVID-19, especially with airlines charging extra for seat selection, I’ve noticed a big increase in passengers asking to switch seats. As someone who often travels alone, I frequently get approached by people wanting to sit with their partners or...

I was on a 5-hour redeye flight with United Airlines, and the constant announcements made it nearly impossible to rest. It felt like every 10–15 minutes there was either a safety reminder, a credit card promotion, or repeated messages about items in the cabin. Instead of...

I don’t care if you’re seated in first class, please stop putting your bags in the overhead bins above the first row when you have other options. Passengers in those seats don’t have under-seat storage, so they rely entirely on overhead space. Meanwhile, my bag (from Comfort...

Last year, I took my first First Class flight and kept the physical boarding passes as a keepsake. Recently, I tried to preserve them by laminating them, but in the process, I ended up damaging the originals. Now I’m wondering if there’s any way to officially reprint old...

I’m probably just exhausted from getting almost no sleep on a red-eye flight from Singapore to Melbourne, but the experience in Qantas economy felt significantly worse compared to my previous flight with Singapore Airlines. The seating felt extremely tight, with passengers...

Hello, I’m a new CPAP user and will be flying to Taiwan with Starlux Airlines in a couple of weeks. I don’t plan to use the device during the flight, only at the hotel after arrival. I’ve read that medical devices are generally exempt from standard carry-on baggage limits....

I had a question about standard carry-on luggage dimensions, which are often listed as 22 x 14 x 9 inches. I understand the 22" and 14" measurements, but I’m unsure about the 9" depth—does that include the wheels, or is it measured from the body of the suitcase only? Most of my...

Hello everyone, a gate agent based in Denver here. I recently finished working a flight and wanted to share a reminder regarding baggage allowance rules, as I frequently encounter pushback from passengers. Hopefully this helps clarify things for at least some travelers....

I’m currently boarding a flight and noticed that a few passengers have been asked to wait because there may not be enough seats available. I’m trying to understand how this situation works: Does this happen more frequently on short-haul flights where no-shows are more common?...

I recently had a conversation with someone born in the 2000s who flies frequently for work, and they couldn’t imagine a time when passengers could simply walk up to the gate and board a plane without today’s level of security. I’m just under 40, and while I flew often as a...

i recently had a frustrating and embarrassing experience flying southwest that i feel is worth sharing. i am a passenger of size and have always followed airline policies by purchasing a second seat when needed. i’ve been flying for over 25 years and, across multiple airlines,...

i have an upcoming itinerary from istanbul to hanoi via dubai on flights ek124 and ek394, and i am currently listed on standby with priority 9 and 10 for travel on the 6th. given recent discussions about disruptions and travel restrictions, i have seen mentions that some standby...

I normally prefer flying Delta and have been loyal for around 30 years, but for an upcoming mid-May mid-week trip, I compared options through my work travel portal. A United flight to IAD was priced at $413, while the comparable Delta option was $640. The price difference made...

We originally booked our trip to Manila with Qatar Airways, but our return flight was cancelled and there are no suitable replacement flights available within the next 15 days, which is a concern due to time constraints. We are now considering switching to Emirates, as current...

I tried to check in for my flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul shortly after online check-in opened, but the system wouldn’t allow me to proceed or select a seat. This is part of a long journey to Europe, including a lengthy layover in Istanbul, so securing a comfortable seat...

I’m trying to understand the baggage options when adding a checked bag to an existing booking (priority + two cabin bags). The confusion is around the 10kg checked bag option: Does the 10kg checked bag count as additional allowance on top of my 10kg cabin bag, or Is it...

I’ve been flying a bit more over the past few years with United Airlines and have ended up on the Polaris and Premium Plus upgrade lists a few times. Recently, I’ve noticed a few things that don’t really make sense to me. The upgrade list now seems to show up only about 2 days...