Have you ever been to the plane, did you not know about something directly above your seat that could actually cause your flight to be smoother and safer?
Sounds strange, right? But believe me, there’s something that is missing every time we get on the flight – the small triangular stickers above the windows.
At first glance, they seem insignificant, perhaps a little random, but these small brands actually play a key role in the safety of flight and passenger comfort.
Only in an interview with my brother I even realized their existence, and that led me down the rabbit hole of unexpected discoveries.
Do you want to learn more about these mysterious stickers? Continue reading and find out what they really mean and how they could help you in the next air!
Have you ever found so caught in the whirlwind of life that you miss things that happen right in front of you?
Don’t worry; It happens to all of us. I’m a kind of person who can look for five minutes for my phone while holding it in hand.
It can be said for sure that in today’s fast -growing world, it is difficult to be fully present, and sometimes you can forget things that you would have swore that you just saw.
This happened to me recently after the flight, which led me after the rabbit hole of unexpected information, which I did not even know I wanted to discover …
It all started when I arrived at my brother’s house after a plane ride, and he wasn’t going to ask where I was sitting on the plane. It seemed like a simple question, but it launched an hour mission to find out reality.
To sum up, after telling him that my seat was near the wings of the plane, he mentioned that I had to sit under the black or red triangular sticker located just above my window.
I told him he was wrong. I didn’t see any sticker above the window. And I often fly, so there is no way to miss this.
I thought he was pulling my leg, but after a quick online search I found out that he was actually right. Inside the aircraft are truly black and red triangular stickers – in fact four of them. Because I took the time to find out what they mean, I thought I could also share what I learned.
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Although they may seem insignificant for passengers (if you ever see them), these triangular stickers are actually important tools for flight attendants and pilots. They compare the aircraft wings – one pointing to the front and the other to the rear of the wing.
According to Travel + Leisure, when the wings need control, pilots and flight attendants use these stickers to determine the exact location. This is particularly useful for checking parts of the wings such as slats and flaps, for all problems such as ice accumulation.
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These stickers can even benefit passengers, especially those who fight movement disease. Since the wings are the center of gravity of the plane, sitting near them means that you are closer to the point of balance of the aircraft. As a result, you will experience less movement and turbulence.
In short, sitting near one of these stickers can create a smoother and more comfortable flight.
Have you ever noticed these stickers? Did you know their real purpose? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Conclusion
The next time you are on the plane, beware of those black and red triangular stickers. Although they may seem insignificant, in fact, an important purpose for the crew can help you have a more comfortable flight. Whether you avoid turbulence or simply get new recognition for details that keep things smoothly in operation, it is always fascinating to find out how small things can have a big difference. Have you noticed other unpredictable functions of the aircraft that you never knew they had such a meaning? Share them with us in the comments!