If you’re anything like us, you’re probably excited about traveling again. To get ready, we decided to check out some of the worst airplane travel stories ever shared online. Here are a few that might make you rethink your next trip!
Unexpected Collision
Airports are often built on land that was once wild. So, it’s not too surprising when an airplane ends up hitting an animal. But still, imagine how shocking it must have been for passengers when their plane hit a deer. You’d think the deer would have noticed the giant aircraft!
Lost in Translation
Flying with a foreign airline can sometimes be the cheapest way to travel. But if you don’t understand the language, you might feel lost. This happened to one passenger on a Thai airline when things got chaotic, and he had no clue what was happening. Luckily, other passengers helped clear things up.
Sick on Board
Nobody wants to be on a flight with someone who is seriously ill. It’s even worse when not even a doctor onboard can help. One passenger experienced this when someone became very sick mid-flight. While people stayed calm, it must have been a nerve-wracking experience for everyone.
A Lifetime of Stories
Working in aviation for years is bound to give you interesting stories. One person shared how they had seen everything from insects flying out of the console to the cargo door unexpectedly opening mid-flight. Definitely not the kind of surprises anyone wants on a plane!
Awkward Conversations
Long flights often lead to conversations with strangers. But sometimes, people overshare. One passenger found themselves stuck listening to another’s strong opinions on certain issues. Knowing when to steer a conversation away from awkward topics is a useful skill.
Nature’s Delays
Weather and natural disasters can disrupt flights. A volcanic eruption in Iceland once caused all flights between Europe and America to be canceled. This led to expensive and complicated rebookings for many travelers.
Seat Confusion
Some larger passengers buy two seats for comfort. But when one traveler did this, another passenger tried to take the extra seat. It’s a reminder that if someone pays for a seat, it’s theirs to use.
Holding Pattern
Planes sometimes have to circle before landing. This can cause delays, missed connections, and longer flights than expected. A four-hour flight can suddenly become six hours, which is never fun for anyone onboard.
Mid-Air Medical Emergency
Getting sick on a plane is scary. One traveler had a medical emergency right before landing. The good news? At least it happened near the destination, so help was available quickly.
Travel Plans Gone Wrong
Changing flights at the last minute is stressful. One traveler had to drive to different airports just to find a way home. In the end, they made it, but not without frustration. Would you have had the patience for that?
Travel can be unpredictable, and sometimes things go wrong. But these stories remind us that no matter how bad a flight gets, at least it makes for a good story later!