staff travel benefits
staff travel benefits are a privilege and not a right - especially in this time of airlines cost-cutting let's be thankful that these still exist. some airlines even publish a bible on the do's and dont's of staff travel.
one taking advantage of such privileges should keep a "low profile" especially on private trips (which can be difficult if most of the crew and ground staff recognise you and have a bit of a chat) - otherwise expect complaints/feedback/suggestions from the pax sitting next to you.