Results: Airplane Seat Etiquette
Just returned from a trip and the plane was full, the seats were VERY CLOSE together with no leg room and tiny seats. I had the middle seat. Not the best flying experience as you can tell but it motivated me to do this survey. These etiquette suggestions were found in this article. https://www.consumerreports.org/money/airline-travel/the-new-airplane-etiquette-rules-a6223869431/
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Armrest etiquette: The person in the middle seat usually gets both armrests, but you can ask if you can use the one closest to you if they're not using it. I had no armrest and the one person had his elbow resting on my ribs. Has this happened to you? Yes
18%
•
394 votes
No
49%
•
1070 votes
Undecided
7%
•
149 votes
Not Applicable
27%
•
587 votes
2.
2.
Reclining etiquette: Avoid reclining your seat if possible, as it can cause everyone behind you to recline their seats. If you do want to recline, you can ask for permission. Do you recline when on a plane? Yes
12%
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264 votes
No
30%
•
650 votes
Depends on the length of the flight.
18%
•
399 votes
Depends on how close the rows are and how much leg room is there.
10%
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223 votes
Not Applicable
30%
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664 votes
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3.
Food etiquette: Steer clear of pungent foods, as well as foods that commonly cause allergic reactions, like tree nuts or peanuts. Have you ever eaten smelly food on an airplane? Yes
7%
•
153 votes
No
57%
•
1262 votes
Undecided
7%
•
145 votes
Not Applicable
29%
•
640 votes
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4.
Miscellaneous: Keep your shoes on. Don't "manspread" so your knees are into other passengers seats. Don't use the seat pocket as a footrest and push the seat in front of you. Be kind and helpful. Do these seem reasonable to you? Yes
71%
•
1556 votes
No
10%
•
215 votes
Undecided
20%
•
429 votes
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