@thedavidguy01
I prefer the aisle seat because I like to get up and stretch my legs regularly. Fortunately I have never had any fear of flying. I’m more afraid of my fellow passengers.
@susanlongardnio1721
As a retired flight attendant of 42years, I thank you for bringing attention to all of these important safety tips. All True!!
@FrequentFlyer_MIA
As someone who works for the FAA I would say another one would be...Don't act a fool, smoke, fight, get drunk and belligerent on a flight. Do not interfere with flight crew operations.....We have hefty fines for passengers and do follow up with airlines when incidents are reported to us which is significant incidents
@mjkraft9365
A little tip that I use is I pack my phone, passport and anything that I absolutely need in my pockets. We don’t have time to grab that stuff if an accident or water landing does occur.
@lfd_eng9219
My tip to all...wear heavier cotton clothing. Being a retired volunteer firefighter, modern fabrics that contain various polymers will burn quicker and at higher temperatures. Reason behind this "crazy behavior" as my wife calls it, I wore business casual clothing to the scene of a working fire...my legs suffered some 2nd degree burns and the suit pants were partially melted. Thus, I always switch to blue jeans and long sleeve shirts before I get on a plane. You never know when something is going to happen...but this one thing can save you from serious burns if a fire were to break out.
@barbaraberry9075
I have done the seat count thing for years - I also count alternate exits in case one is blocked . I saw this on a flight safety video once and never forgot it
@jimross7648
Having flown in numerous planes and helicopters, My seatbelt is always locked on my waist. Even with it tight on my hips I've experienced the plane seeming to drop from under me, while my head gently contacted the roof the cabin. I wouldn't want to experience that without the seat belt on. By the time you realize it's happening, it has already happened.
@tammypearson4500
I like the window. I like looking out if I can not sleep (which is my usual). I always count the rows to the exit, similar to how you do Megan. I also touch the plane as I come aboard and say my little keep us safe prayer.
@pauladuncanadams1750
If you do find a life vest under your seat, PLEASE DON'T REMOVE IT! A woman did this on a friend's flight to Maui. Once it was removed, the airline was required to replace it before the plane could fly. They didn't have an extra, so they had to wait until one was delivered to them, causing a TWO HOUR DELAY. No, people weren't friendly or understanding about that.
@charlesjaipal7488
I am inspired by the fact that Ollie is not overly concerned with the dangers of air travel.
@novaturientgal7132
Deep Vein Thrombosis is when you have a blood clot in 1 or both legs. When it dislodges and travels to your lungs, this is called Pulmonary Embolism. (Sorry had to correct that statement)
@theresapalmer-s8p
As a leftie, I prefer to sit where my left arm does not bump up against the right arm of another passenger---that means I choose either the window on the left side of the plane or the aisle on the right side.
@hopnhike
Isle. I like the ability to get up and go to bathroom without disturbing others. Also, on long flights I can just stand up and stretch easily.
@iowa_don
9:20 - You betcha blood clots can be a problem. I did not get up and move around regularly on a 12 hour flight from Frankfurt to Phoenix a couple of years ago. End result? A HUGE blood clot in my right leg (which never got reabsorbed) and pulmonary embolisms in my lungs. I got to spend a few days in the hospital which cost insurance serious $$$$ and now I am on Eliquis for the rest of my life.
@z1ldj1anDrumm3r
Growing up, I preferred the window seat, but ever since being an adult, I prefer aisle seat as it allows me to get up and move around without having to asking another passenger or two to get up. I also prefer exit row seats where possible.
@julzamidala2865
Leather, cotton, wool or silk: My dad worked for Boeing his whole career (yes his ashes are turning over in his urn at how far the company has fallen since then) and one of the perks when we were kids was participating in the evacuation testing to meet FAA requirements for emptying the plane in time during an emergency via the slides. These tests involved a lot of setup by the inspectors and crew so to keep everyone entertained in their seats before being hurled out of the plane by burly "flight attendants," they would have one of the higher ups on the intercom talking about the plane, the company, etc. One time the vice president of something or other started with: "Leather, cotton, wool or silk," he said. "This is what you want to wear on a flight." Back then everyone favored flying in track suits and running shoes, which were practical... in the airport at least. Mr. VP waited a beat for us to be confused by this and then continued: "If you ever have to get off a burning plane, you want clothes that will burn off you instead of melting onto you." Clearly it made an impression on me all those decades ago and to this day I choose my flying outfit with his advice in mind.
@estherstephens1858
I like the aisle seat on left side of plane. I had full knee replacement on my right knee and like to “stretching” my right leg. I don’t stretch it toward the aisle for obvious reasons but I also like to get up often. As soon as the gate reaches the gate I stand up. Most ppl may think I’m rushing to get off the plane but it’s bc I need to stand because of my knee situation. I’m 5’ tall so I can usually stand right in front of my seat. Not necessarily in the aisle. 😂. I love that your fur baby was never bothered by this recording. Thank you for sharing, Megan.
@EdwardLynch-s2j
Another terrific posting. My wife and I always travel to the rear of the 737s that Southwest Airlines uses. We most bring treats for the cabin crew. One of the Flight Attendants advised me to not sit in the last row of the older 737s narrowed in that row. I never thought about someone stealing the flotation device. Another Bravo Zulu!
@BitterClinger1947
Even though I fly a lot, I still learned something from this video, counting the seats to the exit for example. These days, I usually fly First, or Business First on United or their Star Alliance partners. And, I always look for the exits AND go over the safety card. Thank you Air Cadet Megan! Good video. Cheers.
@PortableProfessional