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Most of us have probably been in a situation where someone has asked us to swapplane seats.

In some cases, most Americans wouldnt even mind.

As one pollshows, 75% would switch with someone who wanted to sit with a younger family member.

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But thats not true in every case.

Read our conversation with the Redditor below!

However, its the first time she was bold enough to tell an entitled passenger a firm No.

Frustrated passenger in a suit with hands on temples, seated on a plane.

The OP told us that shes a somewhat frequent flier.

Usually, she takes around two trips per month that last from one to three nights.

Thats unfortunately a situation that can be taken advantage of, and thats what almost happened to me.

Entitled passenger denied seat swap, tantrum ensues on flight, highlighted in text story.

So, without reading others experiences to prepare myself, I dont think I would have felt so confident.

In the end, it all comes down to empathy.

Kindnessis free to give but priceless to receive, the OP says.

Text depicting an upset passenger on a plane, expressing frustration over denied seat request and long legs discomfort.

It goes so far in others being willing and open to want to help you.

However, if youre being rude, chances are youre going to have your request denied.

In aprevious interview, etiquette expertMyka MeierofBeaumont Etiquetteexplained that you always have to approach the other person politely.

Text discussing a passenger’s reaction after being denied a plane seat change, describing irritation and texting behavior.

Approach with a friendly demeanor and use polite language.

A smile and a like go a long way.

And, if the person declines, dont cause a scene.

Entitled plane passenger causing a scene after being denied a seat swap, leading to complaints and discomfort on the flight.

Best case scenario, youll annoy all the otherpassengerson the plane.

And, in the worst case, youll end up as a cautionary tale on Reddit.

Its good manners to accept No graciously, Meier told us back then.

Passenger on a plane looks upset, sitting upright in her red seat, surrounded by other travelers, related to seat denial incident.

Check out the results:

Text from image describing an incident with an entitled plane passenger being ignored.

Text exchange about entitled plane passenger having a tantrum over a denied seat.

Woman Refuses To Swap Seats, Man Makes It His Mission To Let Everyone Know How Upset He Is

Woman Refuses To Swap Seats, Man Makes It His Mission To Let Everyone Know How Upset He Is

Woman Refuses To Swap Seats, Man Makes It His Mission To Let Everyone Know How Upset He Is

Woman Refuses To Swap Seats, Man Makes It His Mission To Let Everyone Know How Upset He Is

Woman Refuses To Swap Seats, Man Makes It His Mission To Let Everyone Know How Upset He Is

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Reddit comment discussing entitled plane passenger upset over middle seat choice.

Text conversation about entitled plane passenger denying seat; offering it for 4x price.

Text exchange about entitled plane passenger refusing seat downgrade, sparking a tantrum.

Text from a forum discussing an entitled plane passenger denied a seat, causing a tantrum.

Comment expressing frustration over entitled plane passenger.

Comment about an entitled plane passenger’s tantrum after being denied a seat on a flight.

Reddit comment about an entitled plane passenger throwing a tantrum.

Text message about a passenger refusing to change airplane seats, calling others pathetic.

Comment on a forum discussing a plane passenger upset over a denied seat request.

Comment praising a response to an entitled plane passenger’s seat tantrum.

Comment on entitled plane passenger’s tantrum: “What are you offering?

Reddit comment on entitled plane passenger refusing to switch seats, highlighting airplane etiquette.

Comment discussing entitled plane passenger denied seat upgrade.

Text describing an entitled passenger in a plane seat dispute, frustrated and aggressive during the flight.

Text detailing an incident about an entitled plane passenger becoming upset over a denied seat swap request.

Entitled passenger throws tantrum over plane seat denial, leading to in-flight conflict and petty revenge.