Airport Theory: J Sbu tests out new trend and Stacey remains unimpressed

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Whether you're a thrill-seeking traveller who lives in the rush of almost missing your flight or you're just tired of spending hours waiting around the airport, the latest social media trend is sure to intrigue you. This daring trend involves arriving at your gate a mere 15 minutes before departure. Yep, you read that right, 15 minutes!

The theory goes that you can breeze through security and board your plane just in the nick of time, all while avoiding the tedious wait at the airport.

TikTok users have been putting the airport theory to the test, with some impressive (and not-so-impressive) results.

J Sbu recently put the theory to the test and Stacey wasn't too impressed. Here's what they had to say.
11 Mar 2025 English South Africa Society & Culture · Personal Journals

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