Flight attendant reveals why they greet passengers – it's not to be polite

There's a reason why flight attendants greet people on planes (Image: iStockphotos/GettyImages) When you step onto a plane, ready for your well-deserved getaway, you're invariably met with the warm smile of a cabin crew member. They stand there, poised and polished, offering a cheery hello that eases us into our journey. But it turns out their role extends far beyond mere pleasantries.

Sure, flight attendants are on hand to tend to passengers, serve up refreshments and oversee a secure flight – but they have another crucial function. Unbeknownst to many, they've been sizing us up from the get-go. A TikTok video has taken the internet by storm after user MrsMiva , a flight attendant herself, spilled an industry secret.

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