Originally Posted by
emma69
On Sunday we were stuck on arrival in a de-icing bay while a wicked thunderstorm rocked the city (no ground crew allowed outside, so all we could do was wait for the storm to pass). The couple across the aisle were getting very agitated, and neither spoke English. Unfortunately the crew didn't speak either of the languages that they did, but I had some really quite shocking high school recollections of both, so gave a very basic, but understood translation between the couple and the stewardess about their onward connection. I'd like to think if I am stuck somewhere not speaking the language, someone would do the same for me.
I did the same with two Israeli passengers who did not speak English. I translated from Hebrew to English(to the best of my ability) to the Flight Attendant as this was on a local puddle jumper. I also took them to the baggage claim at LAX and made sure they were on their way. The couple was very appreciative. Small world they happened to know my relatives in Israel so that made the experience more personal.
I love reading your "Pay It Forward" Stories. Please keep them coming.
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