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Travelers also share their war stories about red-eye flights—overnight journeys that leave passengers exhausted and disheveled. Airlines tend to impose strict silent periods early after takeoff, during which all announcements cease, only to be replaced later by a barrage of safety messages, loyalty program pitches, and uninvited social interactions.
An anecdote recounted describes an Israeli flight where staff turned off the in-flight entertainment system entirely, opting for a silent, undisturbed journey—an experience many long-haul travelers envy in comparison to typical screaming matches over seat reclining or meal choices.