Travel expert Michael Gebicki, in his write for Stuff NZ, suggests that if you see flight attendants having a good look at the wing, it might indicate an issue of note.
In situations where pilots suspect an issue, they often delegate tasks to the cabin crew to look for things.
They said: 'If the head steward comes down the aisle glancing anxiously out the windows, that could be in response to a request from the cockpit to check on an engine.
'Spectacular, yes, especially at night, but not really a problem unless it's the only engine turning, in which case it's a big problem.
'Stay calm, statistically you're much safer up here than behind the wheel of a car.'
Gebicki said that if you spot a cabin crew member peering out the window, they might be looking for something more significant than the setting sun.
However, he emphasized that a malfunctioning engine wouldn't necessarily be a major concern, as planes are designed to have two engines and can fly with one.
“Twin-engine aircraft have an extended twin-engine operations (ETOPS) rating, the maximum time that aircraft type is certified to continue flying with one engine out,” she continued.
“The Airbus A350XWB has an ETOPS rating of 370 minutes, which means it can operate on any overwater route apart from flights over a small part of Antarctica.”
So there you have it – nothing to be concerned about.
This comes after a flight attendant revealed that passengers were prohibited from carrying certain items aboard a plane, including one that could result in an expensive fine.
Lisa Kulpa from Buffalo, New York, warned against bringing items with a strong smell, such as nail polish or nail polish remover, due to the potential for fines.
She explained: 'Nail polish, nail polish remover — these products will make the whole plane smell, and some people get sick from it.
'Other smelly things that are not really wanted include any extremely fragrant food. Even fast food sometimes stinks up a plane.'
Not only that, but public intoxication is a crime in many countries, and being drunk on a flight could lead to fines of over £1,000.
Furthermore, the flight attendant provided advice on key items that you should bring onboard.
She recommended always keeping essential items like car keys, medicine, and electronics with you, as placing them in a cabin bag poses the risk of them being lost
