What is plane jumpseat?

A jumpseat is a temporary seat in an aircraft's cockpit for a non-flight crew member, such as a pilot of another airline or an aircraft maintenance technician. Jumpseats are also available in the cabin area for flight attendants and other airline personnel.

Jumpseats are usually foldable seats that do not have their own set of safety features such as seatbelts or airbags. The seat is designed to accommodate an individual for a short duration of time and is only used when the aircraft is airborne.

Prior to occupying a jumpseat, non-flight crew members are required to obtain permission and authorization from the operating airline. They must also be familiar with the emergency procedures and safety rules of the aircraft they will be riding on.

Occupying a jumpseat is a regulated process and airlines must comply with guidelines set by regulatory authorities such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the United States.