Flight Attendant Recommends Families Board Last to Reduce Stress
A former flight attendant, Laura Davis, has proposed a strategy for families traveling with children to minimize pre-flight anxiety. Davis, who shared her perspective on TikTok, observed a recurring pattern of families boarding aircraft first and subsequently experiencing increased frustration as the departure deadline approached. For years, Davis noted, she had witnessed this trend, observing a decline in parental patience as the boarding process extended.
To address this, she advises a different approach: “The last boarding, sit down and you’ll leave immediately. The privilege of early boarding is a trap.”
Davis’s suggestion has sparked discussion, with some parents defending the established practice of early boarding for families and children. The New York Post reported on this emerging debate.
Davis explained that she now understands the potential drawbacks of offering early boarding opportunities. Her recommendation centers on allowing families to board during the final wave, suggesting a calmer and more efficient start to the journey. The goal is to mitigate the combined anxiety experienced by both parents and children before departure.
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“This is a really practical and considerate suggestion that could make travel much smoother for everyone.”
What is the rationale behind recommending families board last?