Traveling by air can often bring out the worst in people, especially when it comes to seat assignments.

Chase Cangelosi, a realtor from Austin, Texas, recently had a stressful experience aboard a United Airlines flight that left many shaking their heads.

His post on Instagram Threads, shared on February 18, 2025, revealed a situation that sparked plenty of reactions from fellow passengers and the internet alike.

A Selfish Seat Swap

Cangelosi, 28, was flying home from Mexico City when he boarded a short 50-minute connecting flight in Houston around 6:28 PM.

After finding his seat, a window seat, he was confronted by a woman who insisted on taking it instead.

She claimed it would make her “more comfortable,” and, though initially taken aback, Cangelosi allowed her to take the seat without further complaint.

“I was boarding a plane and had an F (window) seat.

I mention to the woman who was in my seat ‘heyyy I’m seat F,’ and she says, ‘I’m more comfortable here,'” Cangelosi wrote.

“I said nothing else and sat in the middle.”

Instant Karma Strikes

However, a few minutes into the flight, the woman quickly realized her seatback TV wasn’t working while everyone else’s screens were fine.

She then asked to switch back to Cangelosi’s window seat, but this time, he refused.

“‘A few minutes later, she discovered her seat TV didn’t work, while everyone else’s did.

She asked to switch back, and I said ‘no, I’m comfortable here,'” Cangelosi recalled.

Instead of the seatback TV, the woman had no choice but to enjoy the view from the window.

Meanwhile, Cangelosi enjoyed a peaceful flight with his working entertainment system, watching Bob’s Burgers.

Public Reactions: The Internet Weighs In

The post quickly went viral, with many online applauding Cangelosi for his calm and gentlemanly response to the woman’s request.

Some even pointed out how the woman’s entitled behavior was met with the perfect dose of instant karma.

“She’s so daring to ask for a switch again. What a Karen,” one user commented.

Another added: “Luv instant karma * Selfish bad-mannered woman !! You were a complete gentleman * Please NEVER change!”

Others couldn’t help but express their frustrations about the woman’s sense of entitlement.

“I just can’t with the audacity of some people,” one commenter said.

“Lady, if F isn’t your seat, get the F out of it.”

One person even suggested that after Cangelosi’s refusal, he could have taken it one step further and turned off his own TV to really rub in the point.

A Wild Incident On a Different Flight

Cangelosi’s story wasn’t the only one making waves in the airline world.

Earlier this month, another bizarre incident occurred on an Alaska Airlines flight.

A flight attendant was seen restraining a passenger who had grabbed a woman’s hair mid-flight, leading to a tense standoff between the crew, passengers, and the erratic man.

The flight, Alaska Airlines Flight 2221, was preparing to depart Oakland for Portland, Oregon, when the male passenger suddenly acted out, grabbing the woman’s hair.

The flight attendant stepped in, physically restraining the man while other passengers attempted to help.

The situation escalated to the point where the flight was canceled, and the man was arrested upon arrival.

Alaska Airlines confirmed the incident, stating the male passenger was likely undergoing a medical episode that led to the violent outburst.

The airline also praised the crew for their swift response to keep everyone safe, ensuring law enforcement handled the situation after the flight returned to the gate.

Conclusion

While Cangelosi’s flight experience was marked by a selfish passenger and a dose of instant karma, the Alaska Airlines incident highlights just how quickly things can turn chaotic in the air.

Whether it’s seat disputes or unhinged passengers, air travel continues to be a space where unpredictable situations can unfold at any moment.

This article was published on TDPel Media. Thanks for reading!

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