Thread drift. Looking for opinions on this self-induced situation. I've walked on the plane on a few occasions while the passengers were loading. If the FAs back is turned, I'd say something like "Excuse me, Miss. I'm deathly afraid of flying. Do you have any recommendations?" Every time, my remark has caused chuckles from the passengers within earshot, especially when the FA turns around and sees that it's the FO making the remark.

Now I thought that it was pretty funny, but I'm wondering if there could be any backlash from some innocent humor if there actually WAS a white-knuckle flyer in the immediate area?

Thanks for your thoughts/opinions!