Technical issues can also be a big part of these horror stories. Like when the lavatory overflows mid - flight. The smell is awful and the attendant has to clean it up as best as they can while also dealing with disgusted passengers. Another is when the in - flight entertainment system goes haywire and passengers blame the attendants.
Sure. One horror story is about a flight attendant who had a passenger become extremely drunk and unruly during the flight. The passenger started shouting and even tried to open the emergency exit. The attendant had to call for backup from other crew members and restrain the passenger until the plane landed safely.
One horror story could be a flight attendant having to deal with an extremely unruly passenger who was drunk and started to physically assault other passengers. The attendant had to try and restrain the person without getting hurt themselves, all while ensuring the safety of everyone else on the flight.
A flight attendant noticed a couple arguing during the flight. To lighten the mood, she brought them a special 'love potion' which was actually just some colored water in a fancy glass. They both laughed and stopped arguing.
I heard about an attendant who had a passenger who fell asleep with his mouth wide open. As a joke, the attendant gently placed a little paper 'do not disturb' sign on the guy's mouth. When he woke up, everyone around was in stitches. He took it well though and had a good laugh himself.
Flight attendants often rely on their training. For example, in a case of an unruly passenger, they are trained in de - escalation techniques. They stay calm, use a firm but polite voice, and try to isolate the problem passenger if possible.
I was on a flight where the food made me really sick. I think it was something wrong with the meal preparation. I spent most of the flight in the bathroom feeling nauseous. It was a horrible experience.
I heard that on a Spirit Airlines flight, there were problems with the in - flight amenities. The air conditioning wasn't working properly, and it was really hot inside the cabin. Passengers were sweating and complaining, but the crew didn't seem to be able to fix it quickly. Additionally, there have been stories of hidden fees. A customer thought they got a cheap flight deal, but then they were hit with all kinds of extra fees for things like carry - on bags and seat selection that they weren't fully aware of in advance.
One horror story is about long flight delays. Passengers were stuck on the plane for hours without proper updates or assistance. They were left sitting in uncomfortable seats, thirsty and hungry as the airline failed to provide timely refreshments.
Delays are very common. Airlines often overbook flights, and then when too many people show up, some passengers are bumped off the flight at the last minute. It's a horrible feeling for those who have planned their trips carefully.