Originally Posted by
trini19
Out of curiousity, anyone know why not? From an operational standpoint, I would assume families might slow the boarding process so would be better for them to board first. From a kindness standpoint, I personally have no issues with letting families with young kids board before me as it wont slow down the rest of pax boarding and also eases up the strain on the parents.
I'd be interested in your reasoning. I've always thought just the opposite as I watch families spend several minutes in the aisle getting the kids situated, and getting toys, books, video games etc., out of the bags before storing them.
Of course, I've also seen people in F hold the boarding up at row 2 while they stand in the aisle and fold their suit jacket just right.
I would actually think it would be better for families to board last (or maybe just before that guy in F!). A lot less pressure when you don't have a bunch of impatient business travelers standing behind you. Plus it gives the kids a few extra minutes to run around before they have to behave for a few hours.