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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ted Thornhill

Rewards member demanding to cut ahead of a family sparks debate on plane boarding etiquette

A United Airlines passenger has sparked a debate on boarding etiquette after he was filmed demanding to cut ahead of a family with young kids at the gate.

The man, believed to hold United’s invitation-only Global Services elite status, was seen in a now-viral video arguing with a gate agent as he stands in line behind a family of four having their boarding passes and passports checked.

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