Galley Gossip: Electronic devices & the passenger with the cat-like reflexes

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This is one of 100+ reasons that I have started chartering planes more and more. I like getting on the plane and having it leave when I'm ready. I have never been told on my carter flights to turn off my cell, computer or anything for that matter.

I don't mind having to serve my self a beverage as I appreciate my privacy and ability to only travel with people I want on my plane.

I try to do my best to observe all the rules when I have to fly public, but isn't always possible to power off right when we are told to power off. For some reason, my computer will take a second or two to shut down and I have had flight attendants question me. I look at it that they are doing their jobs, but don't always understand the complexities of the user.

I believe that one day, we may see the end of flight attendants as we know it. Much like public bus transportation doesn't rely on staff to help people in case of an emergency.

5-31-2011 @ 12:46AM

haf2001 said...

If i'm securing my cabin and I see someone on their computer, i glance at it to see if it's in the process of shutting down or not (i know some take longer than others). If it is, I leave them alone and let them do their stuff..they know the process. if it isn't, i politely ask, "you're just shutting that down?", they usually are. if they're clearly playing solitaire or still typing, that's when i plainly tell them i need them to shut it down and stow it.

6-04-2011 @ 6:54PM

Peri said...

Do you REALLY charter your own plane? NIce that you have that kind of cash to expend to just avoid turning off your computer.

Now, as an FA for a charter...they must be small planes if they don't have an FA (not a Gulfstream, apparently). And if the pilots or FAs are allowing you to violate FAA regulations, well, it's time someone dimed them off.

6-27-2011 @ 6:01AM

SCOTT said...

Isn't that special that we are fortunate enough to charter a plane with our friends. Then you can just break the law amongst loved ones. Bless your heart.

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