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Callalily

(15,359 posts)
Sat Feb 28, 2026, 06:47 AM Saturday

5 Airplane Etiquette Rules You Might Be Breaking

I think we've all encountered rude people on planes. One time, a woman asked me to change seats with her because she wanted her sister to sit next to her. I was sitting next to my spouse! Why would I change seats?

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5 Airplane Etiquette Rules You Might Be Breaking (Original Post) Callalily Saturday OP
I think it would depend on the situation. CTyankee Sunday #1
No, that wasn't the case. Callalily 17 hrs ago #2
In that case, you just say "sorry, no" and shake your head. Brief and to the point and leave it there! CTyankee 16 hrs ago #3

CTyankee

(68,063 posts)
1. I think it would depend on the situation.
Sun Mar 1, 2026, 10:00 AM
Sunday

If she was old and needing someone to help her and you are younger and see she is in distress, you could discuss with your spouse and give her the seat.

Callalily

(15,359 posts)
2. No, that wasn't the case.
Mon Mar 2, 2026, 06:54 AM
17 hrs ago

If there was a legitimate reason for switching, I certainly would have. I did not feel obligated to move just because she wanted to sit with her sister.

CTyankee

(68,063 posts)
3. In that case, you just say "sorry, no" and shake your head. Brief and to the point and leave it there!
Mon Mar 2, 2026, 08:39 AM
16 hrs ago
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