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IndiGo Passenger’s Tripod Phone Setup Goes Viral In-Flight

The eye-level setup struck a chord with flyers who say tripods ease neck strain on budget carriers without built-in screens.

Overview

  • A photo posted on X by Gajender Yadav shows a passenger using a small tripod against the tray-table area to hold a smartphone horizontally at eye level.
  • Yadav described it as a “studio setup” at 35,000 feet, with reactions online ranging from jokes to praise for the practical hack.
  • Commenters said similar setups help prevent neck pain, especially on flights that lack phone holders or seat-back entertainment.
  • One user questioned whether tripods or gimbals are allowed in cabin baggage, citing a previous security hassle at Mumbai airport.
  • Hindustan Times reported it had sought comment from the original poster, with no response or airline statement reported and no safety issue noted.