Something Felt Wrong at 30,000 Feet

Commercial flights are usually uneventful experiences. Most passengers board the aircraft, find their seats, and spend the journey reading, watching movies, sleeping, or simply waiting to arrive at their destination.

Yet from time to time, situations arise that capture the attention of those nearby and remind everyone how important awareness and compassion can be. One such account describes an overnight flight where a teenager’s visible distress prompted concern among fellow travelers.