Perhaps one of the most controversial topics when it comes to plane etiquette is whether or not it’s okay to recline your seat—or, at the very least, when it should be permissible to do so. If you’ve ever been passionate about this discussion, this should be intriguing for you, because we’re about to dive right into it.
It Affects the Person Behind You
Picture this: You’re on a plane, and your seat can lean back. It seems like you should be allowed to do it, right? But here’s the thing—it can affect the person behind you. When you lean your seat back, it takes away some of their space, making their journey less comfortable.
Why is it There?
The other perfectly logical frame of mind is that the recliner is there for a reason. Why should a person feel guilty about reclining when they paid full price for a ticket, and that ticket grants them a recliner?
Finding the Balance
In the end, it’s all about being polite and understanding on a plane. Traveling can be a bit cramped, but a little courtesy goes a long way. So whether you recline or not is your choice, but it’s always good to think about the person behind you when you make that decision.
