Originally Posted by
FlightNurse
Was the OP on the plane during the briefing? He could have told the crew then.
We can play this game, but since all the airlines are doing it, with the number of crew members getting hurt, airlines are being cautious.
also
If the airlines truly want to make the necessary changes to their service, they are aware of FT, and someone could monitor this thread and others here, but they do not care; that is why nothing changes.
To be clear - two separate items.
My flight -
1. FA's said turbulence was going to happen "per the captain". (I was not there for their briefing, but, I should note prior to the flight I happened to be behind one of the pilots for our flight. Pilot from the inbound flight started chatting with the pilot. Our pilot asked how their ride was and the pilot coming off the flight said 'smooth'.)
2. Pilot announced turbulence likely so no service until I am sure it is clear.
3. No turbulence. Smooth ride. No service and FAs used the oven to cook/heat their meals.
After my flight -
1. Searched on reddit and found a thread where people were complaining about no service on flights.
2. A few on their said they were FAs and do limit service later in the day. Just get tired.
100% the reddit thread could be made up. Seemed real, but take it for what it is worth. At times, I have definitely felt what seems like lower service on later in the day short flights, but that is just a feeling.
As for reporting it, not really my style to complain to corporate about not getting a drink/service. I would assume the crew would say turbulence was in the area and "out of an abundance of caution for passenger's safety" we _______ (any excuse).