Summary
A former flight attendant shared her opinion that families with young children should board airplanes last instead of first. She explained that pre‑boarding can make children restless and lead to long waits, while boarding last lets families settle quickly once the plane takes off.
Key Facts
- The view was shared in a TikTok video by a British mom and former flight attendant living in South Florida.
- The video has received over 2 million views since April 8.
- Many airlines allow families with young children to board early to help them settle in.
- The former flight attendant said pre‑boarding causes children to get restless while waiting on the plane.
- Her suggestion is for families to board last, sit down, and take off immediately to keep children calm.
- The video sparked mixed reactions from viewers about boarding order and convenience.
- A 2023 survey found most travelers accept families flying with young children and don’t mind their presence.
- Some commenters highlighted concerns about finding overhead baggage space when boarding last.
