I was going to do a full review but there was not a need because the hard product was pretty much the same. The colors of PSA are different from SkyWest.
AA5611
DFW-DAY
Takeoff: 0820
Landing: 1159
First Class
June 19, 2025
Boarding began on time much like the last flight but it was kind of crazy because there were two other gates boarding at the same time.
After boarding, I saw this seat next to mine.
Never in my life have I seen a blocked off seat for Flight Attendants in that manner. I could not put my bag above the seat as the space was reserved solely for that flight attendant.
I moved to the next space and there was a hat, like a sombrero, taking up the space. The flight attendant asked me to put my bag in the next bin. Meanwhile, there was an older couple talking and having a joyous time…never blinking an eye.
I sat down and ordered a drink because whatever. A gentleman came aboard, who shared a row with me, with a bag. He told the flight attendant that there was not any space and she instructed him to place his bag near mine.
That is when the older couple spoke up and told him to move her hat because “it was just a hat”. Initially, I was not gonna say anything but I did. I told them the same situation happened with me and they ignored it but this guy came on and they obliged. they even joked about him buying them a drink to use the bin.
The lady said she did not know my bag needed a bin and apologized. She then used the same joke on me, saying I did not need to buy her a drink to which I responded “I would never”.
- Act II
We had an on time departure with a smooth takeoff out of Dallas. The coolest part about it was the flight attendant sitting next to me in first class. We talked about what they did in Lawton last night and our disdain for multipack blackjack.
I also told her about the wedding and how it would be a reunion of sorts with a bunch of derelicts from Iraq that I have not seen in a while. she told me how country it was but how much she loved it so I looked forward to touching down in Dayton even more.
- Act III
The flight attendant started her drink service with proper glassware and stronger pours. She said that my weekend was starting on this flight. I appreciate it ma’am.
We had a decent flight after the first little hiccup. The flight attendant brought around snacks and more drinks. I asked for less cranberry and she did just that.
- Fin
I think I do I good job of defending myself and my character. To have that lady blatantly gaslight me, nearly set me off. I could not go off because I needed to get to the wedding. Could not miss it for a hat in the overhead.
Final Word
Hell of a crew on this flight, they made the best with this aircraft and one toilet )at the rear) situation. I enjoyed Paula and her conversation, it made the trip for me. Thanks Paula and the rest of the crew on AA5511, it was appreciated.
