To surreal...thanks for asking. Yes, it's incredibly rude. Remember that on some equipment, especially regionals, the window seat passenger can't even stand until the seatmate gets up. For that tight connection, check the actual arrival times of your flight to see if its really as tight as the schedules indicate.

I usually stand in a half crouch, signaling.....I'm trying to get off as quick as I can too...

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Okay, thank you- now I know it's rude- which I don't want to be. I have an aisle seat and would disturb no one in my row.

I've seen some flight attendants make the announcement to those who do not have a connection, or do not have tight connections, to remain in their seats so that those with connections leaving soon can deplane quickly.

I hate asking a flight attendant to do that and inconvenience people, but I'm just trying to figure out a way not to miss my flight. Thank you for the advice.