i got some ideas, but it was clear that nothing concrete was going to come out of it. even though a trans-atlantic flight gives you plenty of time, the objective of the staff is to make you think that the flight took no time at all  and unfortunately, that's what they leave you with.
there's the safety demonstration, the drinks, the meals, and a lot of general fussing around. they pass things out, they collect things, and of course, they leave you trapped in your seat under a tray when you have to use the toilet. i find that us airlines generally fuss over you more, and the rule certainly 