What Flight Attendants Don’t Tell You: 47 Secrets About Flying, Some Will Shock You

Secret Compartment

When it comes to long-haul flights, you probably have a snooze several times throughout the journey, but what about the flight crew? Being on your feet and constantly attending to people’s needs must get exhausting after a while.

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Flight attendants are able to take breaks throughout the journey too. Big planes like Boeing 777 or 787 jets actually have secret sleeping cabins built in for the staff to use. These sleeping quarters are built above or below the galley and they aren’t visible to passengers. If you’re wondering where a flight attendant has gone, they’re probably snoozing in the cabin.