PASSENGERS cannot be fined for swapping seats.

But there is a dangerous reason not to, and it should always be done after consulting with the flight attendant.

Can I be fined for swapping seats on an airplane?

There is no law in the UK that allows you to swap seats on an airplane and you can’t be okay.

However, it can be dangerous to swap seats without consulting flight attendants.

Passengers should always ask first and notify a flight attendant.

If you have requested to swap seats with another passenger, there is also no obligation to do so if you are in your designated seat.

Why is it dangerous to change seats?

The Magnar Nordal pilot explained on a Quora forum: “If the [systems are] incorrectly adjusted, the aircraft may crash on take-off.

“Four passengers sat in the front of their assigned seats before take off.

“My co-pilot was flying and he encountered problems when the plane turned: it was very heavy.

“It was a very critical situation, because the track was very short, and we could not have stopped.”

Pilot Darren Patterson agreed, telling the BBC that someone moving 10 rows of seats can have a “dramatic” effect on the balance of an aircraft.

Of course, passengers can ask flight attendants if they can move the seats, so that they are aware of the weight distribution.

Of course, passengers can ask flight attendants if they can move the seats, so that they are aware of the weight distribution.

They may ask you to wait for the plane to take off or let you go immediately.

The best place to sit is actually the back of the plane, according to a flight attendant.

She revealed that this is more likely to get you to upgrade to First Class for free, if the flight is calm.

How much does it cost to change seats on an airplane?

Check with your carrier for seat exchange costs.

For British Airways, you may be charged for the upgrade, but you will not be offered a refund in the event of a downgrade.