Flight attendants do their best to make your travel experience more comfortable, so avoid making this food request that makes their job harder.

Asking a flight attendant to help stow your bag might seem like a small request, but it can be more complex than you think.

Air travel makes most people want to behave their best. Passengers smile, thank the crew, and try to be helpful, but not every thoughtful gesture lands the way it’s meant to. Flight attendants ...