YAHOO POLL: Should passengers be allowed to take their shoes off during flights?
We've all experienced uncomfortable moments on flights, but what happens when a passenger's behaviour crosses the line?
A recent incident aboard a Singapore Airlines flight, where a passenger was reportedly caught exposing his bare feet inappropriately, has stirred up a storm of opinions on air travel etiquette.
Many travellers shared their frustration over this breach of airplane etiquette.
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Some sympathetic people think it's a harmless faux pas, while others couldn't hold back their opinions about how rude – and even downright gross and unsanitary – the behaviour was.
Bare feet on a flight is one of the many things that divide us! Is it a health risk? Or is it just a quirky personal choice?
Whether you've experienced something similar or just have strong feelings about basic plane etiquette, we want to hear your thoughts.
So, what's your take? Should we call out such behaviour, or are we all being a little too sensitive?
Let's find out where you stand! Have your say and take the poll.
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