In an airborne episode that stirred up more drama than the latest in-flight movie, a passenger’s decision to chow down on a burger mid-flight next to a vegetarian has the internet buzzing with opinions. Ah, the joys of air travel – where the altitudes are high, and the patience levels are sometimes incredibly low.

So here’s the beef: During an eight-hour journey that could test the saintliness of even the most seasoned traveler, one passenger, armed with a burger, fries, and a drink from a stopover, decided to turn his tray table into a dining table. This culinary choice wasn’t exactly music to the nostrils of his neighboring passenger, a vegetarian, who found the scent of the meaty meal less than appetizing.

In the grand tradition of turning to the internet for moral judgment, the meat-eating passenger shared his high-flying dining saga on Reddit. He sought validation that his in-flight feast was within the bounds of airplane etiquette, despite the discomfort it caused his fellow traveler.

The internet jury’s verdict? Opinions flew faster than a Boeing 777, with many siding with the carnivorous passenger. One commentator likened the plane to a public space, not the personal living room of the aggrieved vegetarian, suggesting that if she wanted total control over her environment, private flying might be the way to go. Another pointed out the harsh realities of public transport, where the shared experience means dealing with the occasional, and perhaps unsavory, presence of a burger.

However, the situation does raise a tantalizing question about the dos and don’ts of public dining, especially in the confined spaces of an aircraft. While airlines have indeed improved their culinary offerings to accommodate various dietary preferences, passengers still have the freedom to bring onboard their choice of sustenance – leading to potential aromatic disagreements.

This incident serves as a flavorful reminder that when we buckle up and prepare for takeoff, we’re also signing up for a communal experience, complete with all the sights, sounds, and yes, smells, of our fellow travelers. So next time you’re flying, whether you’re team burger or team veggie, maybe spare a thought for your neighbor before you unwrap that meal.