Lying down while flying: Am I allowed to lounge in free seats on a flight?
Just lie down: The longer the flight, the more pressing this desire is. Empty seats are tempting - but you shouldn't sprawl out there without being asked. What rules apply.
Passengers on a flight do not have a claim to adjacent empty seats, but airlines may allow them to use these seats with the approval of the cabin crew. Lufthansa, for example, requires prior approval from the crew, who will make a situational decision based on operational needs. During takeoff, landing, and turbulence, passengers must remain seated and buckled up.
If allowed to lie down, passengers must ensure their heads and feet do not protrude into the aisle and remove their shoes if needed. Some airlines, such as Lufthansa, Air New Zealand, and United, offer the option to book entire rows of seats for a higher price.
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