Is there a more tiresome complaint than the frequent traveler who grumbles about children on airplanes? I can’t think of one. Let’s be honest: kids are not the most bothersome passengers on flights—not by a long shot.
I often find myself puzzled by those who believe their airline ticket grants them a momentary escape into bliss. Excuse me? You didn’t book a ticket to a tranquil adult-only paradise in the sky. You’re partaking in public transportation, which comes with its fair share of annoyances. And it’s not just the little ones who contribute to that.
Before I became a parent, I traveled extensively, and I still do. While I prefer to fly without kids, it’s not because they’re unbearable companions. The stress of traveling with young children often stems from the reactions of other passengers. The moment your child makes even the slightest noise, you’re met with passive-aggressive sighs, eye-rolls, and outright complaints. For some reason, people on planes feel entitled to loudly lament the presence of children—and it’s incredibly frustrating.
Recently, an article in the NY Post titled “The 8 Worst Types Of Kids On A Flight” caught my eye. In response, I propose a counter-list: “The 8 Most Annoying Types Of Adults On A Flight.” You can spot at least one of these characters on every flight, yet no one debates whether they should be allowed to board.
- Mr. Oblivious: “I’m going to recline into your space and act like I don’t feel your hot breath on my head.”
- Mrs. Bad Dietary Choices: “Sure, egg salad smells terrible, but I’m choosing to ignore it because it’s the only thing I wanted.”
- Drunk Young Professionals: “We’ll be consuming Jack and Cokes (which we’ll refer to as ‘JC’s’) and high-fiving each other across the aisle while calling each other ‘Broheim.’”
- Manspreader: “I need the window seat, both armrests, and I’ll ensure my leg is in your personal space the entire flight.”
- Crazy Volume Dude: “I must have my headphones at this volume. What did you say?”
- Chatty Flier: “I’m anxious about flying, so you’ll have to talk to me for three hours straight. Oh, and my nerves make me gassy.”
- Mr. Annoyed By Kids: “I’m going to complain about the baby on this plane for the entire flight, making myself far more bothersome than the child.”
- Epic Complainer: “I’m upset that the flight attendant served the back row first. It’s freezing here, and I want to discuss everything that’s wrong with airlines today.”
As I said, kids are far from being the most irritating passengers on a plane.
For more insights on navigating air travel with children, check out our post on how to survive an airplane with kids.
In summary, while traveling with children can be challenging, they are not the source of most frustrations on a flight. Adults often create more chaos than kids ever could, so let’s focus our grumbles where they truly belong.
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