I’ve traveled around the Middle East several times and I have seen falcons on planes before but not quite THIS many! According to quoted news sources, a Saudi prince bought 80 seats in economy (a prince couldn’t afford 1st class?) for his beloved falcons.
I did some hunting around for more pics of falcons on planes and the various means of accommodating them.
Sometimes they have their own stands.
Sometimes they ride on their owner’s lap.
Or even the tray table!
It is not yet clear whether each bird has his own frequent flyer account and earns miles, how they amuse themselves when they can’t see the movie because of the hood and what do they eat?
If you do find yourself seated next to a feathered frequent flyer, don’t worry. Falcons do not make noise when they travel, they don’t smell, they don’t kick the seat nor do they recline their seats–so enjoy the flight and be grateful they aren’t snakes!