How to Dress When Flying Standby
Flying standby can be a very frustrating experience. You have to sit around in the airport and wait, hoping that someone doesn't show up for a flight going to your destination. Dressing appropriately will make the endless waiting more bearable.
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Flying Standby as a Representative
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Wear business attire. If you are flying standby as a representative of the airline, the dress code is very strict. Men have to wear a complete suit. Women have to wear an outfit that is suitable for a day in court. Clothes that are revealing would be a bad choice.
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Pick comfortable shoes. Even if you spend most of your time sitting, tight or uncomfortable shoes can make you miserable.
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Choose a professional-looking bag that complements your outfit. Keep in mind that when you fly standby, you should have only one carry on bag. You will usually be unable to check a bag since you aren't sure on what flight, if any, you will travel.
Customer Standby
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Dress appropriately. Your clothes should be comfortable, neat and clean. Airlines can refuse to let you fly standby if a representative feels that your clothes are inappropriate. Nice jeans and a polo shirt are good choices. Revealing clothing will most likely get you turned away.
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Add layers. Even if it is warm outside, the airport may be cool. Wearing pants and adding a light jacket to your outfit may make your wait more comfortable.
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Choose the right shoes. Your feet may swell some while you are waiting. Keep this in mind when you decide what shoes you are going to wear.
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Bring a bag that will qualify as carry-on luggage. Make sure that you have an extra outfit appropriate for flying so you can freshen up and change your clothes if you have to wait a long time for a standby flight.
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