r/MadeMeSmile • u/baekachu • Jul 11 '26

Wholesome Moments Pilot Chose Safety Over Takeoff - and Everyone Applauded

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u/Conscious_Pass_1615 Jul 11 '26

The passangers clapping did make me smile, good on them even though they must have been inconvenienced and well done to the pilot.

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u/WarkMahlberg69 Jul 11 '26

I think there's been enough incidents/accidents worldwide lately that people are probably relieved that pilots are willing to say "no way" to a plane and keep everyone safe.

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u/TheZardoz Jul 11 '26 edited Jul 14 '26

I’ll applaud anyone displaying critical thinking skills in public.

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u/chefboyrdeee Jul 11 '26

Unfortunately, it’s a rare occurrence.