Little-known reason why you should always avoid seat 11A when booking a flight!

1. Limited Recline or No Recline at All

Many airplanes have bulkheads or exit rows just behind seat 11A, meaning your seat may not recline. This can make longer flights uncomfortable, especially in economy class.

2. Increased Noise and Traffic

Being near the exit door or galley means you’re close to crew activity, passengers boarding and disembarking, and the sounds of carts rolling by. This extra noise and foot traffic can make it harder to relax or sleep.

3. Proximity to the Lavatory

On some planes, seat 11A is quite close to the lavatories, which can mean unpleasant smells or a constant stream of passengers walking by.

4. Limited Storage Space

With bulkheads or doors nearby, the usual under-seat storage might be missing or reduced, so you can’t stow your personal items where you’d prefer.

🛫 Should You Always Avoid Seat 11A?

Not necessarily. Some travelers appreciate the extra legroom that sometimes comes with exit rows. However, if you’re sensitive to noise, need to recline for comfort, or prefer to avoid traffic, 11A might not be your best bet.

💡 Tips for Choosing the Best Seat

• Check seat maps and reviews on sites like SeatGuru before booking.
• Consider your personal preferences: legroom, recline, proximity to lavatories, or galley noise.
• If possible, choose seats away from bulkheads or exit rows unless you specifically want the extra legroom.

✈️ Final Thoughts

Next time you’re booking your flight, take a moment to check out what seat 11A offers — or doesn’t offer. That little window seat might seem perfect, but the hidden downsides could turn your journey into an uncomfortable experience.

After all, a smart traveler is a happy traveler!

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