From sudden flight changes and lost suitcases to dealing with passengers’ bad behaviour – a flight attendant’s job seems to never end. Not to mention they have to provide emergency medical support and keep people safe and comfortable during times when circumstances are less than ideal. It’s safe to say that these people face a lot of difficulties while on the job.

However, one flight attendant revealed that they have a new responsibility to be mindful of, after it has become increasingly common for travellers to do this one act while inside the plane.

It seems like it’s not enough for people to be disruptive at the airport or during a flight. Others are allegedly stealing some items while inside the plane and keeping them as a ‘souvenir’.

And now, it’s become part of a flight attendant’s job description to stop this bizarre behaviour.

Please don’t steal anything inside an aeroplane. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

According to one flight attendant, not only is this act ‘incredibly stupid’, but it can also be ‘very dangerous’.

The reason is that one of the main items that travellers try to take from the aircraft is the life jacket.

The flight attendant shared: ‘If you have even just a quick glance at eBay, you’ll see loads of people flogging them on there, for sometimes as much as £100 (AU $175) a pop, so it’s easy to see why people take them.’

‘And this is probably the worst thing you can take from the plane for many reasons.’

The most obvious reason (according to the flight attendant) is that you’re depriving someone of a vital life saving kit.

‘If the flight after yours has to land in the sea, then you’re quite literally putting someone’s life at risk, which seems a little unfair for the sake of £100 (AU $175),’ they explained.

The flight attendant said that stealing life jackets from an aircraft will put someone else’s life at risk. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

The flight attendant also shared that they know where passengers sit while in transit and will know if you are the culprit.

‘Not having enough safety equipment on board could land the airline with a big fine if an auditor found out, so any thieves shouldn’t be too surprised if they get a call from us afterwards asking for it back,’ they warned.

Another item that passengers often steal are the safety cards found at the back of each plane seat. Though slightly less dangerous than stealing life jackets, it’s still not ideal.

This is because the information found on the safety cards are something that every passenger should have access to at all times, in case something unforeseen happens.

‘So, we’d appreciate it if you left them where you found them,’ the flight attendant explained.

The safety cards have information that can potentially save someone’s life. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

Allegedly, the people who take these cards are ‘aviation geeks’ who collect them from each plane they board.

‘I’m not sure why, but it’s a bit annoying to have to go around and replace them, which often ends up being my job.’

Aside from stealing the safety equipment (which has a motive behind it), passengers will often take things simply because they feel entitled to them.

According to the flight attendant, during longer haul flights, economy class people will often pass through business class seats and sometimes walk past the galley – the place where the crew often prepares for the flight.

While there, the flight crew will often have slices of fruit, glasses of champagne and ‘other bits and pieces’ ready to hand out to the passengers in business class seats.

‘However, the passengers passing through regularly pick them up for themselves and take them back to economy class with them, which they really shouldn’t,’ the flight attendant admitted.

‘Sorry, but you do have to pay extra to get those kinds of perks on board our flights.’

But there are some things that flight attendants ‘don’t mind’ passengers taking away from planes, including pillows and blankets.

‘Just make sure you’re not taking too much and nothing hugely important, or life-saving, and you’ll probably be alright,’ they advised before adding that they know other flight attendants who are just as bad as passengers, if not worse.

‘I’ve been to visit friends who have almost kitted their homes out with things they’ve nicked from work. From the soaps and lotions in the bathrooms, the salt and pepper shakers and even cutlery and wine glasses, if it’s not nailed down to the plane, they’ve taken them.’

The flight attendant said they half-expected to find drink trolleys in there the next time they visit their friends’ homes.

Key Takeaways

• One flight attendant has revealed that people usually steal important items from an aircraft and use them as ‘souvenirs’.
• The most common items stolen are life jackets and safety cards, which can be dangerous and potentially life-threatening.
• Other items include champagne and slices of fruit that are meant for business class seats.

Have you witnessed someone stealing from a plane? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to share your thoughts about this story in the comments section!

 

[Thecheesequeen]

I’m lost for words!

 

[cgraner1]

How crass is the act of stealing from any place you go to. It’s typical of all class of people.
I do believe that the tone of the flight attendant quoted on this article is abrasive and aggressive.
This will serve no good in trying to lower or prevent the unfortunate mindset of the offenders.
Try to rephrase and to use less sarcasm. What you need is to remind and emphasise the dangers of the practice and to appeal to their better nature.
Begin again Flight Attendant.

 

[Gertrude Davis]

The theft of these safety items definitely exhibits a sense of entitlement, selfishness, callousness and indifference for others.
I 'm not sure if the flight attendant's words or attitude need to be corrected, he/she was probably frustrated at the thieving scoundrels, which is the focus, rather than the tonal attitude of the flight attendant in their publicising of the stolen equipment from airlines.

 

[Suzanne rose]

Stealing is stealing no matter where it is stolen from.
If caught they should be charged .

I'm thinking this is in other countries I had a look on ebay and couldn't really see the ones they use on planes

 

[Macarj]

I’m lost for words!

Some people would pinch the hairs out of your nose if they had the chance (I cleaned that up a bit for this forum)

 

[Chook03]

From sudden flight changes and lost suitcases to dealing with passengers’ bad behaviour – a flight attendant’s job seems to never end. Not to mention they have to provide emergency medical support and keep people safe and comfortable during times when circumstances are less than ideal. It’s safe to say that these people face a lot of difficulties while on the job.

However, one flight attendant revealed that they have a new responsibility to be mindful of, after it has become increasingly common for travellers to do this one act while inside the plane.

It seems like it’s not enough for people to be disruptive at the airport or during a flight. Others are allegedly stealing some items while inside the plane and keeping them as a ‘souvenir’.

And now, it’s become part of a flight attendant’s job description to stop this bizarre behaviour.

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Please don’t steal anything inside an aeroplane. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

According to one flight attendant, not only is this act ‘incredibly stupid’, but it can also be ‘very dangerous’.

The reason is that one of the main items that travellers try to take from the aircraft is the life jacket.

The flight attendant shared: ‘If you have even just a quick glance at eBay, you’ll see loads of people flogging them on there, for sometimes as much as £100 (AU $175) a pop, so it’s easy to see why people take them.’

‘And this is probably the worst thing you can take from the plane for many reasons.’

The most obvious reason (according to the flight attendant) is that you’re depriving someone of a vital life saving kit.

‘If the flight after yours has to land in the sea, then you’re quite literally putting someone’s life at risk, which seems a little unfair for the sake of £100 (AU $175),’ they explained.

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The flight attendant said that stealing life jackets from an aircraft will put someone else’s life at risk. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

The flight attendant also shared that they know where passengers sit while in transit and will know if you are the culprit.

‘Not having enough safety equipment on board could land the airline with a big fine if an auditor found out, so any thieves shouldn’t be too surprised if they get a call from us afterwards asking for it back,’ they warned.

Another item that passengers often steal are the safety cards found at the back of each plane seat. Though slightly less dangerous than stealing life jackets, it’s still not ideal.

This is because the information found on the safety cards are something that every passenger should have access to at all times, in case something unforeseen happens.

‘So, we’d appreciate it if you left them where you found them,’ the flight attendant explained.

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The safety cards have information that can potentially save someone’s life. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

Allegedly, the people who take these cards are ‘aviation geeks’ who collect them from each plane they board.

‘I’m not sure why, but it’s a bit annoying to have to go around and replace them, which often ends up being my job.’

Aside from stealing the safety equipment (which has a motive behind it), passengers will often take things simply because they feel entitled to them.

According to the flight attendant, during longer haul flights, economy class people will often pass through business class seats and sometimes walk past the galley – the place where the crew often prepares for the flight.

While there, the flight crew will often have slices of fruit, glasses of champagne and ‘other bits and pieces’ ready to hand out to the passengers in business class seats.

‘However, the passengers passing through regularly pick them up for themselves and take them back to economy class with them, which they really shouldn’t,’ the flight attendant admitted.

‘Sorry, but you do have to pay extra to get those kinds of perks on board our flights.’

But there are some things that flight attendants ‘don’t mind’ passengers taking away from planes, including pillows and blankets.

‘Just make sure you’re not taking too much and nothing hugely important, or life-saving, and you’ll probably be alright,’ they advised before adding that they know other flight attendants who are just as bad as passengers, if not worse.

‘I’ve been to visit friends who have almost kitted their homes out with things they’ve nicked from work. From the soaps and lotions in the bathrooms, the salt and pepper shakers and even cutlery and wine glasses, if it’s not nailed down to the plane, they’ve taken them.’

The flight attendant said they half-expected to find drink trolleys in there the next time they visit their friends’ homes.

Key Takeaways

• One flight attendant has revealed that people usually steal important items from an aircraft and use them as ‘souvenirs’.
• The most common items stolen are life jackets and safety cards, which can be dangerous and potentially life-threatening.
• Other items include champagne and slices of fruit that are meant for business class seats.

Have you witnessed someone stealing from a plane? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to share your thoughts about this story in the comments section!

Unbelievable the number of people who feel “privileged” but stealing is stealing!!!!! Get a life & respect others!

 

[Chook03]

Unbelievable the number of people who feel “privileged” to do this but stealing is stealing g!! Get a life & respect others!!

 

[Jest]

From sudden flight changes and lost suitcases to dealing with passengers’ bad behaviour – a flight attendant’s job seems to never end. Not to mention they have to provide emergency medical support and keep people safe and comfortable during times when circumstances are less than ideal. It’s safe to say that these people face a lot of difficulties while on the job.

However, one flight attendant revealed that they have a new responsibility to be mindful of, after it has become increasingly common for travellers to do this one act while inside the plane.

It seems like it’s not enough for people to be disruptive at the airport or during a flight. Others are allegedly stealing some items while inside the plane and keeping them as a ‘souvenir’.

And now, it’s become part of a flight attendant’s job description to stop this bizarre behaviour.

View attachment 14137

Please don’t steal anything inside an aeroplane. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

According to one flight attendant, not only is this act ‘incredibly stupid’, but it can also be ‘very dangerous’.

The reason is that one of the main items that travellers try to take from the aircraft is the life jacket.

The flight attendant shared: ‘If you have even just a quick glance at eBay, you’ll see loads of people flogging them on there, for sometimes as much as £100 (AU $175) a pop, so it’s easy to see why people take them.’

‘And this is probably the worst thing you can take from the plane for many reasons.’

The most obvious reason (according to the flight attendant) is that you’re depriving someone of a vital life saving kit.

‘If the flight after yours has to land in the sea, then you’re quite literally putting someone’s life at risk, which seems a little unfair for the sake of £100 (AU $175),’ they explained.

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The flight attendant said that stealing life jackets from an aircraft will put someone else’s life at risk. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

The flight attendant also shared that they know where passengers sit while in transit and will know if you are the culprit.

‘Not having enough safety equipment on board could land the airline with a big fine if an auditor found out, so any thieves shouldn’t be too surprised if they get a call from us afterwards asking for it back,’ they warned.

Another item that passengers often steal are the safety cards found at the back of each plane seat. Though slightly less dangerous than stealing life jackets, it’s still not ideal.

This is because the information found on the safety cards are something that every passenger should have access to at all times, in case something unforeseen happens.

‘So, we’d appreciate it if you left them where you found them,’ the flight attendant explained.

View attachment 14139

The safety cards have information that can potentially save someone’s life. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

Allegedly, the people who take these cards are ‘aviation geeks’ who collect them from each plane they board.

‘I’m not sure why, but it’s a bit annoying to have to go around and replace them, which often ends up being my job.’

Aside from stealing the safety equipment (which has a motive behind it), passengers will often take things simply because they feel entitled to them.

According to the flight attendant, during longer haul flights, economy class people will often pass through business class seats and sometimes walk past the galley – the place where the crew often prepares for the flight.

While there, the flight crew will often have slices of fruit, glasses of champagne and ‘other bits and pieces’ ready to hand out to the passengers in business class seats.

‘However, the passengers passing through regularly pick them up for themselves and take them back to economy class with them, which they really shouldn’t,’ the flight attendant admitted.

‘Sorry, but you do have to pay extra to get those kinds of perks on board our flights.’

But there are some things that flight attendants ‘don’t mind’ passengers taking away from planes, including pillows and blankets.

‘Just make sure you’re not taking too much and nothing hugely important, or life-saving, and you’ll probably be alright,’ they advised before adding that they know other flight attendants who are just as bad as passengers, if not worse.

‘I’ve been to visit friends who have almost kitted their homes out with things they’ve nicked from work. From the soaps and lotions in the bathrooms, the salt and pepper shakers and even cutlery and wine glasses, if it’s not nailed down to the plane, they’ve taken them.’

The flight attendant said they half-expected to find drink trolleys in there the next time they visit their friends’ homes.

Key Takeaways

• One flight attendant has revealed that people usually steal important items from an aircraft and use them as ‘souvenirs’.
• The most common items stolen are life jackets and safety cards, which can be dangerous and potentially life-threatening.
• Other items include champagne and slices of fruit that are meant for business class seats.

Have you witnessed someone stealing from a plane? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to share your thoughts about this story in the comments section!

i have not ever bothered to think about it. some mongrels should not breathe.

 

[Luckyus]

From sudden flight changes and lost suitcases to dealing with passengers’ bad behaviour – a flight attendant’s job seems to never end. Not to mention they have to provide emergency medical support and keep people safe and comfortable during times when circumstances are less than ideal. It’s safe to say that these people face a lot of difficulties while on the job.

However, one flight attendant revealed that they have a new responsibility to be mindful of, after it has become increasingly common for travellers to do this one act while inside the plane.

It seems like it’s not enough for people to be disruptive at the airport or during a flight. Others are allegedly stealing some items while inside the plane and keeping them as a ‘souvenir’.

And now, it’s become part of a flight attendant’s job description to stop this bizarre behaviour.

View attachment 14137

Please don’t steal anything inside an aeroplane. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

According to one flight attendant, not only is this act ‘incredibly stupid’, but it can also be ‘very dangerous’.

The reason is that one of the main items that travellers try to take from the aircraft is the life jacket.

The flight attendant shared: ‘If you have even just a quick glance at eBay, you’ll see loads of people flogging them on there, for sometimes as much as £100 (AU $175) a pop, so it’s easy to see why people take them.’

‘And this is probably the worst thing you can take from the plane for many reasons.’

The most obvious reason (according to the flight attendant) is that you’re depriving someone of a vital life saving kit.

‘If the flight after yours has to land in the sea, then you’re quite literally putting someone’s life at risk, which seems a little unfair for the sake of £100 (AU $175),’ they explained.

View attachment 14138

The flight attendant said that stealing life jackets from an aircraft will put someone else’s life at risk. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

The flight attendant also shared that they know where passengers sit while in transit and will know if you are the culprit.

‘Not having enough safety equipment on board could land the airline with a big fine if an auditor found out, so any thieves shouldn’t be too surprised if they get a call from us afterwards asking for it back,’ they warned.

Another item that passengers often steal are the safety cards found at the back of each plane seat. Though slightly less dangerous than stealing life jackets, it’s still not ideal.

This is because the information found on the safety cards are something that every passenger should have access to at all times, in case something unforeseen happens.

‘So, we’d appreciate it if you left them where you found them,’ the flight attendant explained.

View attachment 14139

The safety cards have information that can potentially save someone’s life. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

Allegedly, the people who take these cards are ‘aviation geeks’ who collect them from each plane they board.

‘I’m not sure why, but it’s a bit annoying to have to go around and replace them, which often ends up being my job.’

Aside from stealing the safety equipment (which has a motive behind it), passengers will often take things simply because they feel entitled to them.

According to the flight attendant, during longer haul flights, economy class people will often pass through business class seats and sometimes walk past the galley – the place where the crew often prepares for the flight.

While there, the flight crew will often have slices of fruit, glasses of champagne and ‘other bits and pieces’ ready to hand out to the passengers in business class seats.

‘However, the passengers passing through regularly pick them up for themselves and take them back to economy class with them, which they really shouldn’t,’ the flight attendant admitted.

‘Sorry, but you do have to pay extra to get those kinds of perks on board our flights.’

But there are some things that flight attendants ‘don’t mind’ passengers taking away from planes, including pillows and blankets.

‘Just make sure you’re not taking too much and nothing hugely important, or life-saving, and you’ll probably be alright,’ they advised before adding that they know other flight attendants who are just as bad as passengers, if not worse.

‘I’ve been to visit friends who have almost kitted their homes out with things they’ve nicked from work. From the soaps and lotions in the bathrooms, the salt and pepper shakers and even cutlery and wine glasses, if it’s not nailed down to the plane, they’ve taken them.’

The flight attendant said they half-expected to find drink trolleys in there the next time they visit their friends’ homes.

Key Takeaways

• One flight attendant has revealed that people usually steal important items from an aircraft and use them as ‘souvenirs’.
• The most common items stolen are life jackets and safety cards, which can be dangerous and potentially life-threatening.
• Other items include champagne and slices of fruit that are meant for business class seats.

Have you witnessed someone stealing from a plane? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to share your thoughts about this story in the comments section!

Anybody caught stealing life saving equipment should be hit with a mandatory ten year prison sentnce.

 

[Groovy]

A bunch of thieves and irresponsible people!! Are they that desperate?

 

[Marty N]

From sudden flight changes and lost suitcases to dealing with passengers’ bad behaviour – a flight attendant’s job seems to never end. Not to mention they have to provide emergency medical support and keep people safe and comfortable during times when circumstances are less than ideal. It’s safe to say that these people face a lot of difficulties while on the job.

However, one flight attendant revealed that they have a new responsibility to be mindful of, after it has become increasingly common for travellers to do this one act while inside the plane.

It seems like it’s not enough for people to be disruptive at the airport or during a flight. Others are allegedly stealing some items while inside the plane and keeping them as a ‘souvenir’.

And now, it’s become part of a flight attendant’s job description to stop this bizarre behaviour.

View attachment 14137

Please don’t steal anything inside an aeroplane. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

According to one flight attendant, not only is this act ‘incredibly stupid’, but it can also be ‘very dangerous’.

The reason is that one of the main items that travellers try to take from the aircraft is the life jacket.

The flight attendant shared: ‘If you have even just a quick glance at eBay, you’ll see loads of people flogging them on there, for sometimes as much as £100 (AU $175) a pop, so it’s easy to see why people take them.’

‘And this is probably the worst thing you can take from the plane for many reasons.’

The most obvious reason (according to the flight attendant) is that you’re depriving someone of a vital life saving kit.

‘If the flight after yours has to land in the sea, then you’re quite literally putting someone’s life at risk, which seems a little unfair for the sake of £100 (AU $175),’ they explained.

View attachment 14138

The flight attendant said that stealing life jackets from an aircraft will put someone else’s life at risk. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

The flight attendant also shared that they know where passengers sit while in transit and will know if you are the culprit.

‘Not having enough safety equipment on board could land the airline with a big fine if an auditor found out, so any thieves shouldn’t be too surprised if they get a call from us afterwards asking for it back,’ they warned.

Another item that passengers often steal are the safety cards found at the back of each plane seat. Though slightly less dangerous than stealing life jackets, it’s still not ideal.

This is because the information found on the safety cards are something that every passenger should have access to at all times, in case something unforeseen happens.

‘So, we’d appreciate it if you left them where you found them,’ the flight attendant explained.

View attachment 14139

The safety cards have information that can potentially save someone’s life. Credit: Pew Nguyen/Pexels

Allegedly, the people who take these cards are ‘aviation geeks’ who collect them from each plane they board.

‘I’m not sure why, but it’s a bit annoying to have to go around and replace them, which often ends up being my job.’

Aside from stealing the safety equipment (which has a motive behind it), passengers will often take things simply because they feel entitled to them.

According to the flight attendant, during longer haul flights, economy class people will often pass through business class seats and sometimes walk past the galley – the place where the crew often prepares for the flight.

While there, the flight crew will often have slices of fruit, glasses of champagne and ‘other bits and pieces’ ready to hand out to the passengers in business class seats.

‘However, the passengers passing through regularly pick them up for themselves and take them back to economy class with them, which they really shouldn’t,’ the flight attendant admitted.

‘Sorry, but you do have to pay extra to get those kinds of perks on board our flights.’

But there are some things that flight attendants ‘don’t mind’ passengers taking away from planes, including pillows and blankets.

‘Just make sure you’re not taking too much and nothing hugely important, or life-saving, and you’ll probably be alright,’ they advised before adding that they know other flight attendants who are just as bad as passengers, if not worse.

‘I’ve been to visit friends who have almost kitted their homes out with things they’ve nicked from work. From the soaps and lotions in the bathrooms, the salt and pepper shakers and even cutlery and wine glasses, if it’s not nailed down to the plane, they’ve taken them.’

The flight attendant said they half-expected to find drink trolleys in there the next time they visit their friends’ homes.

Key Takeaways

• One flight attendant has revealed that people usually steal important items from an aircraft and use them as ‘souvenirs’.
• The most common items stolen are life jackets and safety cards, which can be dangerous and potentially life-threatening.
• Other items include champagne and slices of fruit that are meant for business class seats.

Have you witnessed someone stealing from a plane? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to share your thoughts about this story in the comments section!

Before take off on an international flight a group tour leader boarded early with some others and did a clean sweep of all the blankets he could find and hide. Luckily I had boarded early as well and managed to retain mine. What a cheek!!!

 

[Luckyus]

Some people would pinch the hairs out of your nose if they had the chance (I cleaned that up a bit for this forum)

Why clean up your truthful sentiment for a false one?

 

[cgraner1]

The theft of these safety items definitely exhibits a sense of entitlement, selfishness, callousness and indifference for others.
I 'm not sure if the flight attendant's words or attitude need to be corrected, he/she was probably frustrated at the thieving scoundrels, which is the focus, rather than the tonal attitude of the flight attendant in their publicising of the stolen equipment from airlines.

I agree with you Gertrude but I know, because I’ve studied and watched the responses gained from such people in situations such as these. People simply don’t respond well to being spoken to this way and react in ways that are both destructive and even more damaging than the previous act in question.
I speak with experience, professional studies and ultimately the ‘woke’ attitude of people today.
Political Correctness gone mad, in my view! But it’s where we’re at, u fortunately