A wish-list for flying

Published: 7:32AM Monday November 16, 2009 Source: AAP

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A wish-list (in no particular order) for perfect flying, whether business or cattle class
  
- Very experienced pilots

- Flight attendants who answer your requests promptly and who also don't assume you know how everything works - including how to recline the seat - and then turn out all the lights

- An entertainment system that never breaks down, is easy to use, doesn't go back to the beginning by mistake every time you hit pause, or has a really obvious pause button

- Good selection of movies (fewer rom coms), TV programs and music including a change in selection more often in case frequent travellers (eg Business travellers) have already seen all the movies

- Service that comes around even during sleep times in case you need something such as a cup of tea - without having to call

- Comfortable headphones that block out other noise and don't hurt your ears

- Seats that lie flat or go back easily - and enough leg room in Economy

- An even temperature - not too hot or too freezing cold

- Good face moisturiser (very rarely available in Business Class packs)

- Comfortable pillows and blankets and eye masks

- Non-annoying, quiet fellow passengers, who also keep control of their children and babies (much as we sympathise). And that includes passengers who can handle their alcohol

- Good light food that doesn't leave you feeling bloated

- Clean bathrooms

- Not having to climb over other passengers (when in Business Class)

- Smooth flights, little turbulence

- Choice of aisle or window seats - never having to sit in a middle seat again

- No seats put back in your face - especially when eating

- Sleeping pills if all else fails
  
Have a good flight!

Do you agree with the list? What would your personal flying wishlist look like? Comment below&

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