Southwest Reignites Post-Landing Etiquette Debate With .001-Second Standing Jab

2 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 8

Southwest’s Threads post mocked passengers who stand “.001 seconds” after the seatbelt sign turns off, quickly reviving a long-running argument over deplaning behavior.
Travelers replying to the post said early standing is usually about stretching, retrieving bags and being ready to exit—not trying to beat others off the plane.
Etiquette experts said the behavior crosses the line when passengers step into the aisle too soon, block rows, crowd others or push ahead, creating both courtesy and safety problems.
Many commenters drew the same distinction, saying standing itself is acceptable if passengers stay out of the way, wait for rows ahead and keep the deplaning process orderly.