How many of you have sat next to an idiot who has to give the running commentry on a landing or take off? For example: "that's the flaps" - "that's the landing gear" etc
Is it me or is it soooooooo annoying? Why can't they just shut up?
2007-04-06 04:53:00 · 11 answers · asked by Bristol_Gal 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Aircraft
My mate knows I've been flying for over 30 years and used to work for Airbus - so I don't think that makes me childish or silly
2007-04-06 06:05:37 · update #1
Very annoying, isn't it?!
And, like the person in the cinema who says "ooh this is where he gets shot" ! I feel like bloody shooting THEM!
2007-04-06 04:59:20 · answer #1 · answered by R.E.M.E. 5 · 3⤊ 2⤋
If this really bothers you,look at them straight in the eye and say "you must have confused me with someone that gives a toot!" after that rude comment, they will probably not want to talk to you, or better yet ask them to explain what kind of flaps, plain,split, slotted, or fowler flaps, are they manually lowered/raised?or electrically?or hydraulically, what kind of hydraulic fluid? how the flaps work and why they are necessary, same with the landing gear etc. or you could call them on their supposed knowledge and say its not not the flaps, thats the spoilers, re: the gear, say Its not the gear, but the gear doors swinging open .
Or......you could just be a good neighbor and ask them how their mom is doing, or any thing to change the subject..
2007-04-06 18:41:18 · answer #2 · answered by cherokeeflyer 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree that is annoying. They probably are scared or they are just trying to impress you. I have to travel in the back quite a bit and I always hate it when people ask me if I am flying the plane. "Uh, No. I am sitting in the seat next to you. If I was flying it I would be upfront." Of course I never word it like that. I just politely say that no, I will be riding back here today.
To Regan C.-- I am a pilot and I have to fly in the back sometimes to get to my next flight. What do you want me to do, change into civilian clothes for the flight and then when I get there change back. For your info, my airline and most others do want their employees traveling in uniform when they are on official business.
If I have someone next to me that wants to talk, I will just sit back and close my eyes. Eventually they get the idea that I want to sleep and will shut up.
2007-04-06 12:19:11 · answer #3 · answered by IFlyGuy 4 · 2⤊ 4⤋
They probably don't make fun of your spelling of the word commentary.
When they bring it up, explain the elevator trim tab system to them.
2007-04-06 14:45:50 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Oh sorry was that you ?
No all kidding aside, ive never sat next to someone who does that. but now im looking forward to my next flight, i must be missing out on something.
2007-04-06 12:00:27 · answer #5 · answered by Blue 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
its very annoying if they are trying to impress you, but if they have a fear of flying then i can understand. and IFlyGuy most airlines dont want you to wear their uniform when you fly a jump seat in the cabin
2007-04-06 13:37:38 · answer #6 · answered by *unknownuser* 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
While there are still smokers in the world I'm not going to sweat the little things.
2007-04-06 17:03:17 · answer #7 · answered by Chris H 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Patience all it takes is patience.
2007-04-07 10:18:17 · answer #8 · answered by thresher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
please try to be a little more tolerant of your fellow passengers. These types probably have a fear of flying, and making these commentaries are their way of overcoming their fear. Is it really that bad? You are awfully childish, selfish, and silly.
2007-04-06 12:01:11 · answer #9 · answered by Jack Chedeville 6 · 2⤊ 4⤋
It's probably their way to prevent themselves from screaming in fear ! ! !
2007-04-06 12:13:38 · answer #10 · answered by Dover Soles 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋