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Fasten Seatbelt Sign Authority
- The fasten seatbelt sign on airplanes might have more legal weight than assumed.
- It acts as a proxy for pilot instructions, which passengers are obligated to follow.
The Great Seatbelt Revolt
- On a long flight, the seatbelt sign stayed on for hours, causing passenger unrest.
- Eventually, someone got up, leading to a cascade of passengers ignoring the sign.
Seatbelt Etiquette
- Keep your seatbelt fastened unless you need to get up, even if the sign is on.
- Use your judgment, but don't get up unless absolutely necessary during turbulence.