Originally Posted by
Sandy King
When the curtain to the galley area is closed, is this for the benefit of the FAs, so they can have a break, or for the benefit of the passengers, so they don't hear galley noise? Or both?
Trying to understand the reason, so I can also understand the expected etiquette. I prefer to walk up and get a drink between service runs instead of using the call button, but don't want to invade private space.
Those curtains do not block noise. Trust me, I’ve sat in row 1 countless times.
Re etiquette: if the curtain is closed and I want the loo, I politely ask if it’s okay. They seem less strict these days about a pax being in the galley area when the pilot or FO is there. I’ve had pilots say, “it’s okay” when I apologize and say I don’t think I’m supposed to be there when they are. Nevertheless, I try to respect the galley is someone’s workspace.
When returning to my seat, I make sure to return the curtain to the position I found it in.