A pilot's wife has issued a warning to passengers, urging them to avoid booking certain seats on airplanes for a smoother and more comfortable journey. Laurie, known as travelby_laurie on TikTok, shared her insights on the worst seats to choose when flying.
Why Avoid the Back Row?
Laurie explained that the very last row of any aircraft is problematic for several reasons. "Do not sit in these seats the next time you're flying in an airplane. Number one, the obvious seat to avoid is the very last row of any airplane, because they do not recline," she said in a video. She also highlighted that passengers in the back row are the last to disembark, which can be a significant inconvenience for those with connecting flights. "The airlines do not tell you that 50 minutes is not enough time to connect to another flight, but they are still going to allow you to book them," she added.
Additional Seats to Avoid
Laurie also advised against sitting in the row directly in front of the exit row. This is because exit row seats typically do not recline for safety reasons, and the seats in front of them also often have their recline mechanism disabled. This is an aviation safety measure to ensure that seatbacks do not block the aisle during an emergency evacuation. Despite the safety rationale, Laurie noted that flights can already be uncomfortable, so it is best to research which areas offer more comfort before booking.
Other factors to consider include the fact that back row seats are often near noisy lavatories and galleys, and passengers there may experience more turbulence. Meal options may also be limited, as service typically starts from the front of the plane. While the very back row can sometimes be cheaper or less crowded on off-peak flights, the general consensus is that the drawbacks outweigh any potential benefits.
Laurie is not the only pilot's spouse to offer such advice. Previously, another pilot's wife shared insights about her daily routine. This nugget of travel wisdom may help passengers make more informed decisions when booking seats for their next flight.
