Originally Posted by ctporter

Ive been on a few flights where they did ask that the shades be up for take off and landings, and the FA made a point to tell us to look first before opening the exit door to make sure it was safe to do so. But, not all flights/airlines have done that. As to the passenger that refused to move the shade, were you not aware that rules (common sense, courtesy, etc) do not apply to all? (grin)