U.S. airlines expect record passenger loads for June to August 15, a 4.5 percent increase over last year.
With packed planes, customers should focus on traveling with civility, especially when conditions that breed conflict and bad behavior are rising.
* Board nicely. Avoid cutting in line, or pushing and shoving so you can board ahead of other passengers.
* Don’t use more than your seat space, or lean into strangers when you sleep. If you want to recline, ask the person behind you before you do.
* Share the overhead bins. Jamming stuff into them can damage others’ belongings. If you have small, crushable bags or fancy hat, put it under the seat in front of you.
