In-flight Drama: Man Threatens to Discipline Spitting Girl if Parents Don’t Act

Shayla Monnier, an online influencer and nurse, gained attention after sharing her experience on a flight from Atlanta to Denver.

Repeatedly blowing “raspberries” at the couple

What began as a typical journey soon escalated into a tense confrontation involving an unruly child and the child’s parents. As the flight progressed, a young girl seated near Shayla and her husband began engaging in disruptive behavior, repeatedly blowing “raspberries” at the couple.

Despite efforts from the parents to control their child, including wearing masks, the behavior persisted, and the situation escalated when the child’s actions resulted in saliva landing on Shayla and her husband multiple times.

Control Your Child Or I’ll Do It For You

Frustrated by the lack of effective intervention from the parents, Shayla’s husband issued a warning: “If you don’t get your kid under control, I’ll do it for you.” This statement, coupled with a suggestion to mask the child, sparked a heated exchange onboard.

The child’s mother defended herself, claiming that those without children couldn’t understand, only for Shayla’s husband to reveal that they, in fact, have five children and six grandchildren.

The incident quickly gained traction on Shayla’s TikTok page, where thousands of comments poured in, both supporting and criticizing the actions taken. Some suggested alternative approaches, while others commended the couple for standing up against disruptive behavior.

Eventually, a flight attendant intervened, instructing the child’s parents to mask their daughter. Despite receiving flight credits as compensation for the inconvenience, opinions remained divided on whether the airline should have footed the bill or if the parents should have taken responsibility.

The incident highlighted broader questions about parenting, etiquette on flights, and the responsibilities of both parents and airlines in managing disruptive behavior. It also sparked a debate about the appropriate responses when faced with such situations, with opinions ranging from stricter enforcement by airlines to more understanding approaches towards children, especially those with special needs.