Flight attendants have shared the one row on a plane that you should avoid sitting in – and it’s all to do with the snacks and drinks trolley during the journey
Flight attendants who are no strangers to the rigours of TUI have divulged a particular plane seat that they’d rather steer clear of when flying.
Having teamed up with Velloy, cabin crew from top airlines such as TUI, Virgin Atlantic and easyJet generously given out their best travel tips and insider knowledge. Among these gems was a warning against choosing certain seats on a flight – especially if you’re looking forward to an in-flight meal.
If you don’t fancy being the final passenger to disembark, heed the advice of seasoned aisles-walkers: «As row 11 is most commonly the middle row on an aeroplane, nearly all attendants suggest avoiding booking seats on this row as you are guaranteed to be the last person off the plane.
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«11A and 11F specifically are no-gos, as they are most likely to be window-seated, meaning it will take longer for you to disembark once you arrive at your destination.
«Similarly, if you are heading on a short-haul flight, you’re likely to fall short on food by sitting in the middle of the plane too.»
It’s not just about disembarking swiftly, your choice of seat could also impact your chances of nabbing a desirable bite or beverage.
Tara, a short haul flight attendant for TUI, added: «If you are planning on getting any form of drink or snack from the bar on board a short-mid haul flight, then sitting towards the front or toward the back is 100% the way to go.
«If you sit in the middle, especially on your way home, we are much more likely to have sold out of whatever it is you want because we always start at the front and back and work towards the middle.»
Flight seat selection can be a bit of a minefield, and it’s not the first time we’ve been tipped off that some spots are better avoided. Brenna Ryan from Victorian Plumbing has spilled the beans on how the humble airplane loo can make or break your choice of seat.
She shared her insights, saying: «When choosing where to sit on a flight there are a few important factors to note. Think about how often you visit the toilet. If the answer is pretty frequently, take that into account when deciding which seat to book.
«The first thing to consider is which part of the plane to sit on, planes usually have a toilet both at the front and back, so look to sit there when possible and avoid the middle of the plane furthest from the toilets.»
For those looking for the ultimate in-flight experience, she recommends: «Overall, the very best seat option on a plane for a comfortable and odourless trip with great toilet access is 4C.
«This seat is an aisle seat towards the front of the plane and isn’t too close to the front of the aircraft that you have people queuing for the toilet next to you. It’s also far enough away from any odours coming from the bathroom.»
