Why Flight Attendants Sit on Their Hands During Takeoff and Landing and What That Quiet Gesture Reveals About Safety in the Sky
If you’ve ever glanced toward a jump seat during takeoff or landing, you may have noticed flight attendants sitting very still, backs straight, feet planted firmly on the floor, hands tucked neatly beneath their thighs. To many passengers, the posture looks unusual, even uncomfortable, and it’s easy to assume it’s just a habit picked up…