I’m an etiquette expert – here’s how to recline your plane seat without causing air rage
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Etiquette expert reveals the one time you should avoid reclining your plane seat
- Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman says there are some simple steps that travellers can take to avoid inconveniencing others when reclining their plane seats.
- Ms Gottsman suggests informing the person behind before reclining.
- Reclining is generally acceptable on overnight flights but should be avoided during meal or drink service, she says.
- Passengers can decline a request from the person in front of them to recline, but should be prepared for varied reactions.
- While reclining is a passenger's right, Ms Gottsman emphasises considerate use of the feature.