Normally, you can look around. You'll notice if flight attendants are walking around, or if they're in the aisle with a giant rolling drink cart. If it's a giant plane, give them a little time.

I guess sometimes it's hard to know if 5 minutes or 15 minutes have passed.

Sure, the FA appears to have been a bit aggressive in her words. I'm guessing it sounded different in her head.

No, you shouldn't write to the DOT over it. Maybe there are multiple lessons here. You get a bigger seat in C+, but it's not a premium service cabin.


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