How would you react if you were on a flight where a family was boo'd for being allowed off the plane first to receive their soldier's body?

Get everyone to get pictures of the a holes and post them on you tube or somewhere Very public and humiliate the heck out of them

I dare say that such actions may bring on unexpected Repercussions that may be a learning lesson for those that are booing....

That is A Tough One,
I say this because I have never heard of anyone disrespecting a family member who has lost a loved one, not saying it has not happen , just saying I never seen, Heard of , or experienced anyone being so hateful, if I was in Uniform I most likely would ignore them, seeing how I am representing all service members, I would not want to bring disgrace upon the fallen service member , the uniform or Military service.
that being said, if I was in Civilian attire, I would lite them up, by telling them to Shut the F UP, to show some RESPECT for the family Members, who lost a loved one, if that didn't work, I then would ask how they would feel if this was there Love one, then if that didn't work, I would only point out that they are a bunch of ungrateful, Disrespectful , ASSHOLES , then leave it at that. while quietly Praying one of them would put there hands on me, so I could have them arrested then escorted off the plane, to county jail for assault and battery , I would not even lay a hand on them .

I could not even imagine how pissed I would be.

I would tell to shut his mouth before something got in it he did not want thre

Well i don't know for sure what i would do or say but i know i would say or do something and most likely not be able to fly on that airline again .

I'm not going to do anything on the plane or airport because I'm not going on the "No Fly List" now I'm retired and enjoy traveling. But I would take a photos/video of them doing it so I could upload it on social media for their family, co-workers, church members and neigbors felt about their behavior.

Reading the comments and getting a basic understanding of what happened, I have a few things to say:
1. I understand why AA used the therm “special” instead of “Gold Star”, due privacy issues.
2. You can’t be that smart if you didn’t put that statement together and figure out the situation.
3. It goes to show that this country is missing education and common decency. 4. Everyone is for backing the military until it conflicts with their own agenda (look at the Senate GOP related to the PACT act).

Unfortunately, I’m not surprised that such an incident happened, I’m just really disappointed that what I thought was possible as a new low for our country actually did happen.

That’s a hypothetical question….

I don't think I have ever heard of something like that happening. But if it did, I think that there would be a lot of pissed of people including me. My reaction would extremely emotional, immediate and probably land me in jail. But it would be worth it.

I WOULD LIKE TO SAY , YES I WAS ON A PLANE AS A BODY ESCORT WHEN MY COUSINE WAS KILLED IN VIET NAM 1968. DID I CARE WHAT PEOPLE THOUGTH , HELL NO , I WAS DOING WHAT MY AUNT & UNCLE WANTED ME TO DO . A FUNERAL CAR WAS WAITING FOR US , OFF DIRECTLY TO THE FUNERAL HONE . DID I CARE ? NO , NO , HELL NO.

Keep those people on the plane and send them to China or Russia with a never return the the USA ticket.

I'm responsible for my behavior, not theirs. Lead by example; stand and/or show the appropriate respect and let their ignorant, boorish behavior reflect on them in contrast.

Would it have made a difference if the passenger had sat in the cheap seats with you? But since you asked, once booed is freedom of expression, twice booed is stupidity.

I would feel sick and realize how non-empathetic ppl can be

Professionalism. Stand to attention, salute the casket if visible. Sinking lower by throwing your own tantrum and slinging insults and profanities at hecklers reflects less honorably on the uniform and principles than the hecklers themselves. Be a man, not an emo teenager. We are supposed to be better than that- experts and professionals at all times. Playing the pathetic tribalism game helps VALIDATE and LEGITIMIZE the disrespect that started the situation. In fact, trying to provoke and film such a display may have even been the motivation.

Well, I am old with mobile issues and cannot defend myself well, never mind others. but I would not be surprised in today's America. Most certainly I would wish worse on those that would boo.
I am glad I no longer can be asked to sacrifice for these bastards.
Today it is," Know the real enemy, for they walk amongst you "

It boils down to complete lack of respect. Any reply would be futile since it would incur more disrespect directed towards you. From a personal point of view, I would like to put them on the front lines of any fighting and watch the outcome.

This sounds like a trolling post to stir a reaction. I don’t really believe that there is someone stupid enough to do what you are suggesting.

I would stand and salute the family making sure all those who booed seen me and my eyes. Thank them for their soldier and give my condolences.