Do airlines charge for overweight passengers?

While no airlines impose a weight-based charge, the problem of seating for overweight passengers is becoming a pressing concern. Several major carriers require that overweight passengers who cannot fit comfortably within their seat with the armrests down must buy a second seat.

Which airline has the widest seats in economy?

Jet Blue is the leader in the “most pitch” and “widest seat” contest because the majority of their economy and coach class seats are roomy. Jet Blue’s cheapest seats offer a pitch range of 32 to 35 inches (on most flights), with some planes offering a pitch between 37 and 41 inches.

Should fat people fly first class?

Many larger-sized frequent flyers prefer to book a first-class flight so they can assure they’ll be comfortable and not bother other flyers, but that can be extremely expensive.

How can Airlines solve the problem of fat passengers?

Of course, these resources don’t solve the fundamental problem facing fat passengers. The solution is for airlines to provide services that meet the needs of the bulk of their customers, and to adopt policies that include input from fat passengers.

Why don’t airlines offer extra 5cm on the seat of obese passengers?

This is an undesirable solution for two reasons; firstly, because it only provides an extra 5cm on the wider seat, which is not enough to solve the problem of obese passengers impeding on other passengers’ seats, and secondly, the price of the smaller seats stays the same while the price for the wider seat increases.

What happens if you are overweight on a Delta Flight?

If the airline can’t accommodate you on your scheduled flight, the airline will let you purchase two seats on a later flight for the same price as your original seats. Delta recommends but does not require that obese passengers book an additional seat.

What is the solution to the airline seat shortage?

The solution is for airlines to provide services that meet the needs of the bulk of their customers, and to adopt policies that include input from fat passengers. And, frankly, the solution is to stop shrinking airline seats and construct seats that accommodate the size passengers are today.