When traveling I like to bring my laptop to pass the time and stay connect via wifi / social networks. Not all airports seem to realize that the people who end up spending long periods of time waiting in their building need access to outlets for various electronic equipment. While I was waiting for a plane to Europe I had the unpleasant task of trying to locate an outlet for my laptop. I finally found one low on a column in the middle of the hall. To use this only existing outlet I had to sit on the floor and watch a movie while just out of my cords reach was a comfy chair. It really wouldn’t have taken much to realize the need for these outlets to be embedded in the floor closer to the waiting areas.
Male, mixed, 23, 5’10″ 160lbs
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I have also had a problem with a lack of airport outlets. When I was travelling last spring break I had to use an outlet behind a bar at O’Hare. It was very awkward for me and the bartender.
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I wish there are tables in front of gates with electrical outlets, so I can work while waiting. Having nothing to do at the airport is the main reason that I don’t go to airport early enough for my flight.
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I think that there should be designated spots for computer areas. I actually find it nice that there are only a few outlets, as it makes it easier for me to sleep during a layover. But, I would like to check my email every now and then. I think it would be great to have separate areas for computers at every terminal where people could sit, grab a chair, and watch a show or two.
5’10″, 180lbs, 24, White, Male
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I agree, I have also walked around an airport for awhile trying to find an outlet to do my work. There were no outlets even close to my gate so I was a little nervous about when my flight was leaving. Also, very uncomfortable.
female, white, 25, 5’4”, 120lbs
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I have been flying to Europe at least once a year since I came to the States and I have always had the same issue with the economy class of all transcontinental airlines. The flights have turned out to be pretty uncomfortable due to the very narrow sitting space and legroom per passenger; thinking that you have to spend there at least 10 hours almost motionless. This situation becomes even more stressful when you have an assigned seat in the middle row and you have to stay shoulder to shoulder with two other people sitting next to you. Also, the aisles in between the sitting areas are pretty narrow too and you can start experiencing discomfort at the first moment you try to stand up and start pulling down your luggage without noticing that you are stopping, unintentionally, the flow of the hostesses or other travelers who are trying to use the restroom or to go and get a drink or to just go back to their seats. At this point the situation becomes unpleasant for a bigger number of people. I know these types of problems might not exist in the other two classes but the number of passengers that fly in the last two is really small compared to the ones that fly in the economy class. In my opinion, airplane designers or airline companies should consider more not only the needs of those who have the potential to pay more money but also the needs of the rest of the people who might think that even the economy class ticket is very expensive.
(Female, European, 25, 5’6″, 124 lbs)
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I agree in the way airports are maybe the most equipied buildings. I believe that offering a wifi connection would not be a big deal for airports.
But sometimes, I feel good to be disconnected from those huge ‘social’ networks as you say and I know that I would be attempted to use them if I knew I could.
So maybe sometimes we can find advantages in being disadvantaged by design?
Female, Causasian, 21, 5″7′, 128
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The amount of electrical outlets or electrical stations in air ports are ridiculous. Just like the previous two posters, I am either on my laptop for extended periods of time or my iPhone, both of which require constant charging due to use. It seems like outlets get overlooked very easily in the big picture of things. We see this not only happening at air ports but also in Temple Buell Hall
male, caucasian, 24, 6’1, 170
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I agreee. Imagine having to spend the night in an airport and having to pick your sleeping location based on outlet placement. Black, 27, 5’4″, 170
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