Recently I took a flight down to Boise, ID from Spokane, WA and although it was a very short, empty and uneventful flight I noticed some things that bugged me.

1. Keep your shoes on unless you are specifically asked to do otherwise by a TSA employee (the security guys). The last thing I want to smell on a cramped plane is your stinky feet! :eek:

2. Tone down your strong smelling scents like perfumes, lotions, etc.. You’re going to be in close proximity to other people and you although you want to smell attractive for “Mr. Right”, you also don’t want the rest of the plain looking at you like you just came from Bath & Body. I know it only takes a few minutes for me to be overwhelmed by that place.

3. Don’t bring your giant duffel bag or suit case as a carry on. Again, cramped spaces, limited storage and thats not what the overhead bin was designed for to begin with. Just check in the baggage, it’s very unlikely anything will happen to it.

4. Don’t fall asleep on the person next to you. Not only is it very uncomfortable for them but you’ll be just as uncomfortable when you wake up, especially if you drool while sleeping. :shock:

5. If your kids aren’t taught to behave themselves then either tie them up or give them tranquilizer. Believe me, on a long flight the last thing I will put up with is some little runt who refuses to stop kicking the back of my chair.

6. Don’t ask if it’s ok to use my space. If you want to rent my drop down tray then we can negotiate that but otherwise, don’t ask if it is ok for you to use my tray to put your food, papers or other crap. The space in front of my feet was for me, not your extra baggage. If it doesn’t fit, thats not my problem. :evil:

Other than that stuff, I love flying! I always try to get close to the jet engine or prop. since that stuff is very interesting to me. I have my flight procedure down pretty well so it’s usually a pretty painless and quick process through security and a comfortable trip.

Just be aware and considerate of others. :-)