Read the Blog: https://woltersworld.com/who-really-does-get-the-armrest-airplane-ettiquette-for-travelers/ The Unwritten Rules of Flying Flying can be stressful enough without passengers breaking the unwritten rules of airplane etiquette. In this video, we go through the unspoken rules of flying that frequent travelers know but many people forget. From who actually gets the armrest, to who controls the window shade, to whether it’s ever okay to go barefoot on a plane, these small things can make a big difference on your flight. We also cover common airplane etiquette mistakes like manspreading in your seat, blocking the aisle while boarding, hogging overhead bin space, reclining your seat properly, using headphones, and not rushing the aisle when the plane lands. If everyone followed these simple rules, flying would be a lot more enjoyable for everyone on board. Whether you’re a first-time flyer or a seasoned traveler, these unwritten airline rules will help you be a better passenger and avoid annoying the people around you. So before your next flight, make sure you know the airplane etiquette rules that every traveler should follow. What unwritten rule of flying do you wish people followed? Let us know in the comments! ✈️ Topics Covered in This Video Who gets the armrest on a plane Who controls the airplane window shade Why barefoot on planes is a bad idea The truth about reclining your seat Overhead bin etiquette Boarding and aisle etiquette Why headphones matter on flights Parenting and kids on planes If you love honest travel advice that helps you travel smarter and avoid travel mistakes, subscribe to Wolters World for more travel tips, travel advice, and destination guides. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFr3sz2t3bDp6Cux08B93KQ/join #travel Copyright Mark Wolters 2026 0:00 Intro – The Unwritten Rules of Flying 0:22 Who Gets the Armrest on a Plane? 0:55 Your Underseat Space Is Yours Only 1:41 The Manspreading Rule on Airplanes 2:29 Don’t Block the Aisle Organizing Your Stuff 3:21 Who Controls the Window Shade? 4:18 Smells, Perfume & Nail Polish on Planes 4:54 Why You Should NEVER Go Barefoot on a Plane 5:23 The Truth About Reclining Your Seat 6:02 Overhead Bin Etiquette 7:11 Use Headphones on the Plane 7:52 Parents: Please Parent Your Kids 8:24 Don’t Rush the Aisle When the Plane Lands 9:30 What Unwritten Flying Rules Do You Follow? We receive a small percentage of sales from links on our videos from companies such as Amazon, Bookings, Expedia, Get Your Guide, and others. Grab some Wolters World travel gear http://www.woltersworld.store Help Us Keep Make More Honest Travel Videos: https://www.patreon.com/woltersworld Hey There Fellow Travelers! Thank you for watching our honest travel vlogs from all over this wonderful world. If you would like to get in contact with us please follow us & send us a message via our social media channels below. Also, if you like our travel videos please feel free to share them with other fellow travelers. You can find us all over the internet: Travel Advice & Destinations: https://www.youtube.com/woltersworld Food Travel Videos: https://www.youtube.com/woltersworldeats Travel Tips: https://www.youtube.com/@honesttravelnetwork Business Education: https://www.youtube.com/professorwolters Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@woltersworld Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woltersworld Jocelyn's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jocelynwoltersworld Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woltersworld Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/woltersworld Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wolters-world-travel-culture/