9 questions you should ask flight attendants next time you fly

Getting on a plane is a source of anxiety for millions of people.

The fear of flying is reportedly the second-most common phobia among Americans, and nearly one in three expresses some level of nervousness about boarding a flight.

But even if flying doesn’t scare you, it may raise your blood pressure for another reason: It’s stressful.

Thankfully, we have flight attendants to keep us safe, answer our questions, and make our flights as enjoyable as possible.

We asked real flight attendants for their best tips to make your airline experience more pleasant. They said you should ask them the following helpful questions when you board your aircraft to ensure a smoother, more enjoyable flight.

These are the questions you should be asking flight attendants as soon as you board.