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Southwest tells woman, mother they are 'too fat to fly'
Tiggeman and her mom, Joan Charpentier, said the 45 minute conversation, which included questions about their weight and what size clothing they wear, in front of more than 100 people, was anything but discreet. The worker then tried to strike a deal. Tiggeman, Charpentier and a third overweight woman could fly, if they would sit together. (www.msnbc.msn.com) Más...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
now thats a first for southwest as the flights i have been on nothing was said about"fat" people as there were acouple who took up two seats and were not told to leave and that was out of D I A
This should be standard practice at all airlines. If you spill over the seat, then purchase two seats.
If I have to pay $50 for an extra bag, they should have to pay for another seat to fit their other butt cheek.
about time...should have seen the guy on my flight today!
Why can't obese people see that it is not about their feelings...It is about the safety of other passengers. Really big people can pose a "Really Big" problem during an inflight emergency. Many obese people have made the decision to restrict "their" quality of life. It is not acceptable however when it restricts "My" quality of life or even more importantly "My" safety.
Next time, Before opening your trap, try educating yourself!
seatbelt specs:
Overall Extender Length: 25" (63.5 cm)
Extender Weight: 6.3 oz. (179 gm)
Buckle Color: Brushed aluminum
Buckle Material: Aluminum frame; steel internal components
Clasp color: Chrome
Clasp material: Steel
Belt width: 2" (5.1 cm)
Belt material: Woven nylon webbing
Belt color: Satin black
Proof strength: 3,000 lb. (1,364 kg)
Reference Specification: FAA Technical Standard Order (TSO) C22g