Originally Posted by
PTravel
The only rule is that there is no rule, despite what people say here about "majority rule." Actually, there is one rule: the window seat controls the shade. Period.
Yes, there is a rule. The rule is that you have to obey the FA's instructions.
The law about the majority is simply the "Law of Common Courtesy".
And, no, sitting in the window seat does not give you independent control of the shade.