airplane headrest wings are a hidden comfort hack

I was on a long flight last week, already dreading the usual struggle of trying to nap without waking up with a stiff neck. I’ve always hated those bulky neck pillows—honestly, they never work for me and just take up precious space in my carry-on. But here’s the twist: my friend leaned over and showed me that you can actually bend the sides of the airplane headrest forward. I had no idea! I’ve flown for years and never noticed this feature. So, I gave it a try. Instead of awkwardly tilting toward the stranger next to me, I could finally rest my head without worrying about drooling on someone’s shoulder. It felt way more comfortable than any neck pillow I’ve tried, and I actually managed to doze off for a bit. But here’s the catch—this trick doesn’t work on every plane. The last time I flew a budget airline, the headrest was as flat as a pancake. It makes me wonder: why can’t all airlines add this simple feature? It’s such a small thing, but it makes a huge difference for those of us who struggle to get comfortable on flights. Has anyone else discovered this? Or am I the last to know? And if you’ve tried it, did it actually help you get some sleep, or am I just lucky with my recent flights? #travelhacks #airplanetravel #comforttips #Travel