Why does getting off a plane take so long?
Why does getting off a plane take so long? There could be issues with the mechanics of the jetway, or it could take a few times to line up properly with the aircraft door. Multiple aircraft could arrive at the airport at the same time and the ground crew cannot accommodate them all at the same time.
Do first class passengers get their luggage first?
First class bags are tagged with priority tags but there is no guarantee that they will come out first. Most of the time they come out near the beginning but not always. Generally yes, if you are flying first or business on a long haul flight your luggage comes off first.
Can my luggage travel without me?
Yes, for domestic flights only. On international flights the passenger must be onboard if their bags are boarded unless it's a bag misconnect and the bag is being flown on a flight to catch up to the customer.
Why do they seat first class first?
There may not be enough bin space for all first class passengers. If you board first you can at least put your stuff in the front rows of coach. And even if there's enough space up front, there's a good chance that ccoach passengers will take it as they walk back through the aircraft on the way to their seats.
Who gets off a plane first?
Etiquette expert Lisa Mirza Grotts told Newsweek that it's common courtesy to exit in order of row, front to back, with the exception of when you may miss your connecting flight. In this case, you should ask the flight attendant to make an announcement so everyone stays seated until you exit.
How many hours can you be stuck on a plane?
Rules Protect Airline Passengers Airlines must return planes to the gate and let passengers off any time a flight is sitting on the tarmac for three hours (domestic flights). Airlines must provide passengers with adequate food and water within the first two hours of any tarmac delay.
Do you have to pay again if you miss your flight?
Most airlines don't charge an outright fee for missed flights. Of course, that doesn't say anything about the lost value of your unused ticket. But you don't have to worry about additional fees on top of the original cost of your flight.
How much money do you get if an airline loses your luggage?
Travelers who lose their luggage during a domestic flight can claim up to $3,000 per person. In the case that a luggage piece contains the belongings of two air passengers, then the maximum compensation amount will be $6,000.
What is the golden rule in aviation?
Golden Rule 1-Aviate. The PF must fly the aircraft (pitch attitude, thrust sideslip, heading) to stabilize the aircraft's pitch attitude, bank angle, vertical flight path and horizontal flight path. The PM must back up the PF (by monitoring and making call outs till aircraft stabilised). Golden Rule 2-Navigate.