hello. Can some one tell me what it is like on a plane?

Answer 1

Honestly, to sit on one feels a bit like sitting on a bus. Until it starts moving. And then it still feels a bit like a bus, except faster. You'll know when you get off the ground because all of a sudden you can tell there isn't any friction under the wheels; it's really smooth. You gain altitude fairly quickly and you'll be able to tell you're leaning back a little. If you're brave enough/lucky enough to have a window seat, look out! It's so amazing to see the ground dropping away. Cars and trees go from looking normal sized to little dots so quickly. It might be a little rough as you gain altitude, but to me it's exciting. You might pass through clouds-- they look just like fog. And then all of a sudden, you're above the clouds looking down on them. It's so awesome!

As far as the flight attendants and such go, they'll go through the emergency procedures before you take off. Point to the exits, show the oxygen masks, etc. Just like in movies. They make sure all the carry-on luggage is packed away in the overhead compartments, all purses and such underneath the seat in front of you, your seatbelts on properly, your seats locked in upright positions (seriously, just like the movies!). And then, depending on the airline, you usually get pretzels or peanuts and a drink during the flight.

The landings are what typically make people nervous, atleast the people I've talked to. It's one of my favorite parts though. The pilot will announce they're about to descend, so you know to expect it. If you look out the window, you'll see the ground get closer. They might tip the plane one way or the other in order to turn to the runway. The ground gets closer... but unlike the warning on mirrors "Objects Closer Than They Appear".... really the ground is still further away than you think! You might feel like you're about to run into a tree or something, but I promise, you aren't. The wheels will touch ground, and it may feel like you bounce into the air again. Once the wheels are on the ground, they put on the breaks, and you'll really feel yourself slowing down suddenly. Then they'll taxi around and let you off back into the terminal.

A few tips for your first time flying:

Take gum! Chew it during takeoff and landing. It'll help your ears from popping so badly. I've never had too much problem, but some people do.

Don't carry much with you. You probably won't use half of it, and it makes it easier to get on and off. (And come through security, for that matter.) I usually take a book and a jacket and an I-pod, although some planes have Sirius radio built into the armrests and supply you with headphones. Some people like to carry a change of clothes with them incase their luggage gets lost, but unless you have a lot of layovers I wouldn't worry about it. I've never had them lose my luggage, and lots of times when they DO lose luggage, they end up sending it to you by taxi.

Wear slip on shoes. Really, that's more for security reasons. Lots of airports require you to take your shoes off anyways, so the easier you can make it on yourself, the better.

And lastly.... this is really important.... ENJOY YOURSELF! Some people don't like flying, or do it so much it's nothing special, but it's really one of my favorite things in the world. It never gets old. Like I said, seeing the world drop away like that... it's just amazing. I have a photograph I took over the wing... you can see to the end of the world, really! The horizon line is way off in the distance, you can actually see the curve of Earth. And the sky is such a clear dark blue. Absolutely Stunning.

Answer 2

A lot of people have not experienced flying in a plane,because of fear,finances or maybe the opportunity has never came and this is to the idiot who called you dumb.To me an airplane is scary at take-off and on landing.When a plane is taxing down that runway,I'm nervous,the lift off feel like a amusement park ride,and i can feel when the plane is rising in altitude,the rough part is over for me.Now I'm having a great time,reading,snacking,getting up to stretch my legs, but the best part is waiting for the stewardess to get to you with the snack cart[its the little things that count when you up in the air]now the pilot lets you know that the plane is descending and will be landing soon.It's time for me to get nervous again. everybody must be in their seat for landing and then it;s like forever for the plane to touch down,when it does everyone and i mean everyone is just as cheerful as can be

Answer 3

first its like you are in a car on a very smooth road as the plane taxis toward the runway

then the road gets rough
( at full throttle)

suddenly a baby elephant (or lighter) is sitting on your chest
(at take off)

then as if that's not enough your ears start to feel funny as the plane gains altitude (candy or gum is the remedy)
especially when you fly through clouds!
(my own opinion)


after that its all smooth with a few potholes here and there (turbulence) relax!


at descent your ears start to act up again

and then at landing,
depending on the pilots,
its either smooth or that rough road you experienced at take off
but only briefly and
voila !
your destination, or transit stop, in which case ,it starts all over!!!!!!

Answer 4

depends on the plane and how long the trip is. 1-2 hours is cake, take off, have a snack read the paper and your there. 12-20 hours, my god it's dreadful, stuck in a tiny seat, cramped watching the same movie over and over, now they have personal screens with 8 channels to watch again and again. no room to walk around.

Answer 5

like an air plane well if so then it is high in the air and it really dosent feel like u r up in the air or in motion

Answer 6

its kinda like an oversized coach bus with wings :). they have seat belts and windows (obviously). it smells like airplane food (yumm). when you take off, its kinda like you're going up on a rollercoaster and then it flattens out. its kinda loud if you're above the wings. overall. its a fantastic experience that should be enjoyed.

Answer 7

The air is dry and the seats are usually comfortable. Sometimes, though, it is crowded and it kindof sucks

Answer 8

I wanna find that out...I myself am almost 16 yet I have never flown