Anonymous wrote:I just don’t think that this is really about fat shaming. If you are 350 lbs you are 350 lbs there’s no way to pretend you are not. You won’t fit into one seat. If you are claiming to be a blonde but you are a brunette really, it won’t make a difference. If you need a wheelchair to get on the plane you request accommodations. Unfortunately requiring extra space on the plane will cost you.

An earlier PP mentioned it should be binding that the airline accommodates you accordingly by guaranteeing your extra seat.

But the couple in this case did none of that. Despite claiming being frequent flyers. And it is still NOT ok to spill into somebody else’s seat. I don’t have to call you fat for that to be the truth.

Anonymous wrote:Never mind the parents who don't tell their child (who is old enough to cover their mouths) to cover their mouths. Just one example of slobs in public. At least if I'm giving my DH a BJ, we keep our own germs.

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Anonymous wrote:Frankly I think affordable air travel is the worst thing that ever happened to this country.

Yep. It brings classes of people together that would ordinarily never socialize in confined spaces. Different social mores and values .

Anonymous wrote:You give your husband bjs on an airplane but I'M the rude one?

Omg lolllll

I seriously cannot tell if you're for real or a troll hahahaha that really took a left turn.

I was joking like you must have had something super traumatic like that happen to be so angry about it lol

Anonymous wrote:Frankly I think affordable air travel is the worst thing that ever happened to this country.

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Anonymous wrote:I don't think that you can expect airlines, buses, amusement parks, clothing, car and bike manufacturers, etc to accommodate the extreme. In fact, I wouldn't want to drive a car that was designed to be driven by a 450 pound person.

I'm not skinny. In fact, there are chairs out there that I can't sit on for fear of breaking them (150 pound limit). There are clothing brands that I can't fit into (size 14+). There are bicycles that are designed for lighter weight people than me that I can't ride (again 150 pound limit). And I'm not huge although I could afford to lose some weight.

People way outside the norm are going to have less options and they are going to pay more for the options they do have.
They will special order clothes, they will have to buy bigger more expensive vehicles because they can't fit into a regular size car, they will pay more for sturdy furniture that won't break under their weight, they will pay more for food if they intend to maintain their weights (or gain even more weight). A standard airline seat is not designed for them. If they want to fly they'll need to buy 2 or 3 seats.

but you saw the earlier comments from posters who said that when people buy the extra seat for space - the airline sometimes takes it away (with refund) because they overbooked the flight. so not sure what the answer is

If the airlines are taking those extra seats away then it is up to the airline to handle it. The obese passenger has done their part. Honestly, I would just book first class.

I just CANNOT with people throwing this out left and right. DH and I make 250k a year and live in a lower COL area. We cannot afford to fly first class. I mean maybe once if we saved up we could do it like once a year or something. But absolutely not on an even semi regular basis could we pay for first class. First class is EXTREMELY expensive.

This is what airlines could do. Maybe have some seats that can be occupied by larger customers that they sell at a premium. Have something in the booking process that allows these individuals to identify their issue. NEVER remove a purchased second seat from a customer. Ensure that overweight people can select seats during the selection process for no fee (because it benefits EVERY passenger for them to have the seats ensured to be together). Have clear guidelines about what necessitates a second seat and have gate agents follow the policy discreetly and kindly.

Frankly I would be happy if they made all the seats larger even if it was FOR fat people because sitting on a plane feels like sitting in a sardine can and I'm only 5'4 so basically EVERYONE is extremely uncomfortable.

This is what airlines have done, make you care MORE about their bottom line than you and your fellow passenger's dignity and comfort.

If the airlines raised rates across the board in order to provide larger seats to everyone there would be a lot more people who could never afford to fly. If you are making 250K you really should be able to swing first class. It's not like it's thousands more per ticket. If first class was a priority for you, then you would find a way to afford it on your income.

not true at all. I can fly to Miami for spring break in coach for $525 but first is from $1,300 or $1,900 that's a HUGE difference especially if you are traveling as a family.

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Anonymous wrote:Sorry. It's still a you problem. and besides, that poster was clear that she doesn't really interact with her spouse. So she's really not under an obligation or annoying you.

You're on an airplane. Not the quiet car of the Amtrak. yes. People should be polite and not constantly all the time reach over and talk. But it's that they don't, it is absolutely fine for them to set apart for whatever reason

DP here. Truth is, you are not sorry, and whomever sits in the middle knows that. In addition, I guarantee you that I have never once seen the couple on either side be quiet and not disruptive. That's just it - you make it a point, like a frustrated child, to be as passive aggressive and haughty as possible. No one would have a problem if you "put your earphones on " and STFU, but you don't, and you and I both know that. If you did that, there would not be an issue - but you booked three seats for the price of two, and now you want to be an a-hole about it. So, eff you.

Dude I'm sorry some girl tried to give her husband a handjob over your body once on an airline but most of the flights I've been on are like the end of Speed. People staring forward or closing their eyes looking beat.

You have some serious issued... I hope you find some happiness and relief from your paranoia one day.

You are more than a little confused. That's okay, it will be okay.

Don't count on trying to make your problem my problem. Glad that this video brought the issue to light - maybe that is what you are so obviously upset about.

Oh, and I give my husband BJs and more on flights all the time, don't you worry your pretty little head about that - DH and I don't sit apart, because we actually like each other, and don't travel together under duress (like the couple with the seat in between them). Thanks for bringing it up. I am pretty sure that the couple who can't bear to touch while sitting in the same row is most definitely NOT getting more action than us. But keep telling yourself that. You are hilarious!

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Anonymous wrote:Frankly I think affordable air travel is the worst thing that ever happened to this country.

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Every travels, yet everyone thinks they are special. LOL.

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Anonymous wrote:Sorry. It's still a you problem. and besides, that poster was clear that she doesn't really interact with her spouse. So she's really not under an obligation or annoying you.

You're on an airplane. Not the quiet car of the Amtrak. yes. People should be polite and not constantly all the time reach over and talk. But it's that they don't, it is absolutely fine for them to set apart for whatever reason

DP here. Truth is, you are not sorry, and whomever sits in the middle knows that. In addition, I guarantee you that I have never once seen the couple on either side be quiet and not disruptive. That's just it - you make it a point, like a frustrated child, to be as passive aggressive and haughty as possible. No one would have a problem if you "put your earphones on " and STFU, but you don't, and you and I both know that. If you did that, there would not be an issue - but you booked three seats for the price of two, and now you want to be an a-hole about it. So, eff you.

Dude I'm sorry some girl tried to give her husband a handjob over your body once on an airline but most of the flights I've been on are like the end of Speed. People staring forward or closing their eyes looking beat.

You have some serious issued... I hope you find some happiness and relief from your paranoia one day.