12 Most Horrifying Things People Ever Experienced On A Flight

Flying can be fun, but some factors can turn it into a nightmare. A user asked, "What's the most terrifying flight experience you've had?" Here are the top answers.

A FLIGHT GONE DOWN IN A FIELD AND EVERYONE DIED

"On Halloween 1994, I was on a United flight listening to air traffic control when they began calling for flight American 4184. Then it went quiet and later, I discovered the flight had crashed."

KITTEN ON PILOT’S SHOULDER

"Flew in a small 8-seater to an island when a loose kitten went frantic over the pilot's shoulder. Felt like a disastrous movie start!"

A WOMAN SCREAMING

"A woman terrified of flying began screaming as the plane prepared for takeoff. A flight attendant comforted her throughout the flight, saying her daughter should never make her fly again."

A PASSENGER HAD A NIGHT TERROR

A passenger on a red-eye flight experienced a night terror, waking up screaming and disoriented. It disturbed everyone on board.

ALLERGIC REACTION

In 2015, I had a severe allergic reaction mid-flight, causing ceaseless coughing. I received relief only with ice. Woke up next day with swollen body - mystery allergy as I didn't have any before or since. Months later, got bed bug bites on an airplane. Also, Honolulu airport had a shutdown for bed bugs.

HEART ATTRACT

"On a flight to Hawaii, a man beside me had a heart attack. He was lucky, the plane was full of doctors heading to a medical convention."

SMOKE IN THE CABIN

"Plane delayed 7 hrs, then an emergency landing due to cabin smoke. Fire crews waiting, turned out to be a coffee maker fault. Fixed without deplaning, free drinks given."

DRUG-INDUCED PSYCHOSIS

Witnessed a man descend into a drug-induced psychosis on a 5-hour flight from Sydney to Perth. Became agitated, pacing the aisle, sweating heavily, and smashing the bathroom door. Threw shoes at passengers, yelling at flight attendants. Upon landing, kissed a spoon only to be handcuffed by waiting police.

DEAD WOMEN IN THE NEXT SEAT

"A woman next to me on a flight from Australia to the US mysteriously died. Initially thought to be asleep, she couldn't be revived. Flight attendants moved her to the back. She was pronounced dead later."

SPILLING EVERYTHING DOWN

"I had a woman next to me on a 15-hour flight with two toddlers. She started by apologizing. I forgave the mess she made, but she kept dropping things. The kids were better behaved than she was."

THE PLANE WAS GOING IN A CIRCLE

"During landing, the plane unexpectedly ascended and circled at high altitude. We were informed of a wing malfunction affecting landing speed. The shaky, intense landing was nerve-wracking, but thankfully the pilot managed to control the plane."

KIDS CRYING

“There were five different kids, none of which would have been over two years old, sitting in my near vicinity. When one stopped crying, another would start.”

12 Fast Food Chains Where You Can Still Eat Cheap

Fast food can be a quick and affordable meal option, but knowing where to go to get the most bang for your buck is essential. Read here.

16 Things That Are Legal in the U.S. but Are Actually Pretty Messed Up

In the United States, there are a number of things that are legal but should not be. These things can range from harmful practices to others. Read here.

13 Inventions That Were Supposed to Change the World… But Didn’t

Though there are both good and bad inventions, it’s fascinating to learn about those that once promised to revolutionize the world, but are now forgotten. Read more.

15 Costco Products That Are a Total Rip-Off

Costco is known for its great deals on bulk items, but only some things at the warehouse club are a good value. Read more.

Did You Know? These 18 Everyday Sayings Are Actually False

Language can be misleading with overused sayings seen as truths. Read more. Originally on Mrs. Daaku Studio.