My First Airplane Ride

I was very nervous as I bordered an airplane for the very first time approximately, four years ago. As I walked up the ramp to the entrance of the plane, I remember having butterflies in the pit of my stomach. I felt as if my legs would collapse at any minute. This experience was one that I could never forget. My first airplane trip was to Las Vegas, Nevada. I was anxious because this would be my first ever airplane ride.

My fiancee is an amateur welter weight boxer and he had an upcoming boxing match scheduled that I had to attend later that week.

I know I should have been a little more enthused about his boxing event but, in all reality, the airplane ride was the main event for me. My initial thoughts as I proceeded to my seat was, “How am I supposed to put my huge duffle bag in the narrow overhead compartment? ” To my surprise, the flight attendant was there to assist me.

Fortunate enough for me, things got a little better when we were finally airborne and I was able to find out the difference between first class seating and coach. I was excited about the service that was rendered to me. I was able to enjoy nice wines and meals during my flight. I also watched free movies. Seated next to a window, I had access to an amazing view.

The clouds just outside of the window made me feel as if I were in heaven. I was also able to listen to music and take a nap. The pilot would make announcements over the intercom to let the passengers know when we were about to have turbulence impacts. At first I did not know what this meant, but when the plane started to bounce around like a ball I quickly put the two together. I also got the chance to see the Grand Canyon as we flew over it. I was amazed at how small it looked from up so high. It was still a wonderful sight to behold.

The best part of the whole entire airplane ride experience was when we arrive in Las Vegas. As we flew of the city the view of Las Vegas Blvd. , tall buildings and the millions of miles of desert land left me in absolute awe! The landing was a different story. Again, I almost urinated in my pants. As the plane cruised in for a landing, I braced myself by grabbing the armrest of the seat that I was in so hard that I broke a nail on impact. My first airplane ride was not as uncomfortable as originally thought it would be. Actually, it was great. My choice of travel since then has been by airplane.