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Why Should We Avoid Getting on the Plane First?

Posted on the 31 December 2022 by L'Express

At airports, queues are usually long and slow, especially in high season. From then on, you have only one desire: to arrive at your destination. Impatient, some of us sometimes rush to board the plane first, although it is useless. Explanation.

Old habits die hard! Indeed, many people do not hesitate to rush to board a plane first. A habit that is far from being a good idea.

Why should you never board a plane first?

Before boarding a plane, each traveler has a boarding pass, on which he can find the seat assigned to him. This crowding before boarding is all the more incomprehensible. In effect, each passenger don’t risk not to lose one’s place for the benefit of another. However, it is common knowledge that travelers always tend to rush. This habit is therefore useless for various reasons.

Queue at the airport. Source: spm

For one thing, you won’t waste your time and energy waiting in line. It’s always nice to sit in the waiting room rather than standing, especially if you have luggage. You can also take advantage of this moment to make your last calls, charge your mobile or simply take a selfie that you will post on your various social networks.

On the other hand, if you line up at the end of the queue rather than the beginning, you’ll avoid finding yourself facing a full landing deck or a crowded aisle of travellers. Often, you will be forced to wait for the people in front of you to settle down to thatthey free you the way.

In addition, you will limit the time spent on the plane. Indeed, it is unpleasant to sit for long minutes doing nothing before takeoff.

Finally and if you have large hand luggage, it is best that you board at the very beginning. Indeed, it happens that all the luggage compartments are full and that there is no more room for yours.

Other tips if you’re flying for the first time

If you are flying for the first time, these tips will be of great help to you.

Arrive two hours before the flight: If you’re flying for the first time, it’s normal that you get lost. Some airports are very large, so it will take you a bit longer to get your bearings. Remember to check the terminal of your departure on your ticketin order to access it as quickly as possible.

Pack your bags avoiding prohibited items: When you pack your bags, avoid passing the security check with certain prohibited products such as razors, lighters, perfumes or deodorants exceeding 100 ml.

Find your seat: Once on the plane, find your seat. Indeed, the seat number is written on your boarding card. In the plane, the numbers are indicated at the level of the rows. Make sure you find the right one, in order to avoid any misunderstandings.

Airplane seats

Airplane seats. Source: spm

Follow the crew’s instructions during takeoff and landing: During takeoff and landing, follow the instructions of the crew. Turn off your electronic devices, stay in your seat and keep your seat belt fastened. Store the shelf in front of you and raise the porthole flap.

As you will have understood, rushing to board the plane first is of no use. Finally, and to make the most of your flight, do not hesitate to apply these few tips, to combine business with pleasure.

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Via SPM


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