I didn't realize how many little things I can do as a jumpseater to keep out of the crew's way and make me be a jumpseater who's a pleasure to have on board.

OK, first question, where should I stand or sit on the DC-8 after I check in with the crew? I feel like I'm in the way most of the time. Other fleets, feel free 2 chime in with your pet peeves and solutions for making jumpseaters better informed. Asta la vista..