I have never flown in a plane, but will this summer. What's it like?

Answer 1

It's like being squeezed into a sardine can! Unless you're flying first class, the seats are very small and close together. The food is deplorable, so bring your own if your picky. Turbulence and what not usually isn't too bad, and the fact that you can go 3,000 miles in 5 hours is impressive!

Answer 2

I love to fly versus driving because you gain so much more time. On your first time it can be scary but here are a few tips. Make sure you chew gum both when taking off and landing. You may also want to make sure that you get a window seat. I have to do this because I am claustrophobic and it helps me to be able to see outside. Also, know that you will most likely feel turbulent and that it is normal. Turbulent are when the plane starts jerking and they can get fairly bad and really jolt you, but the plane is fine and this is very normal. If you are really nervous, you may want to take a CD player or a very good book to calm you down and take your mind off the flight.

Have fun and enjoy!!!!

Answer 3

I have flown in so many planes I can't think back to the first time. Relax. You will enjoy it. It is really pretty ordinary, depending on the size of the plane.

Answer 4

I have only flown in one once from Charlotte to Cincinnati.
The time difference is hard to comprehend at first since my ride left at the same time I sis and drove 45 miles to pick me up and I flew a couple hundred miles.....
Be sure to get a window seat if at all possible.It is a trip looking down at the Earth.
The only thing I did not like was hitting some turbulence and it felt like the plane dropped 500 ft which it really didn't.I just wish someone had told me what to expect nof it.(I felt panicky like George Castanza)
You will enjoy it I betcha.

Answer 5

It's like being on a bus, with a lot more noise. Bring gum to chew when your ears start to pop from the pressure, that helps. Also get up and walk around some if it's a long flight so you don't cramp up. Overall it can be a fun experience because you can look out and see all the cities you are flying over. Have fun, and I wish you a safe flight.

Answer 6

me too.. i never flown in a plane, i usually just sit in my seat while the plane continues on it journee :b

but seriously its like riding a bus if you sat in coach or like a limo if you got first class. you ears may pop during takeoff or landing, so chew gum to reduce the popping pain. if the flight is really long, drink plenty of water to keep you hydrated. wear only the basic make up because the cabin is very dry.
lastly have fun.

Answer 7

A bit cramped, somewhat boring. Make SURE that you're not flying with congested sinuses, because the descent will hurt. Medicate any congestion well in advance, or the pressure will make it no fun at all. But that's really the only bad part, and the idea of flight is always exciting.

Answer 8

Fun on takeoff, but long flights get boring.

Just remember, turbulence is just a difference in air, and won't cause the plane to crash.

You also have a much higher chance of getting killed in a car then a plane if you are worried about that.

Answer 9

Flying is quite dull, actually.

Pointer:
-Wear as little metal as possible
-Wear shoes that you can easily slip on and off

(this is to make it through security quickly and painlessly)

-Pee before the flight boards. Getting to the lavatories on the plane is a lousy experience.
-Drink 6-8 ozs of water during each hour of the flight-this replenishes the water you are losing due to moisture in your breath-the air is very dry (read: 0% humidity due to altitude)
-Take a whole bunch of vitamins before you fly-specifically vitamin C. Someone on that plane is going to have a cold. You don't want it. But you are going to be cooped up on that plane, breathing the same air as that person for several hours.
-Sometimes you can get a decent view with a window seat. I prefer aisle-easier access to stretch your legs. But for your first flight-go with a window, but make sure you do pee before the flight.
-Bring gum for the descent.

Lastly:
-If you are travelling with a friend named Jack, don't say "Hi Jack" to him at any point. Folks seem to be a little uncomfortable with this sequence of words on an airplane or airport. (supposed to be a joke, but ya never know)

Answer 10

The worse thing is just after take off when your ears pop and click.
Once the plane is at height and flying normally, it is like nothing, you hardly know that you are in the air, and it isn`t no different than sitting in a room at ground level.