Obese Guy on Plane

[Wesley Crusher]

Really interesting story.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.fox...-on-flight.amp

What do you guys think? Is the passenger that charged the obese guy an a-hole?

[timepieceluvr]

Not sure of my opinion but surely is another reason why I only choose FC....


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[.brian.]

Originally Posted by fmacken

Not sure of my opinion but surely is another reason why I only choose FC....

Yea, because everyone has that luxury.

[timepieceluvr]

Originally Posted by .brian.

Yea, because everyone has that luxury.

I didn’t say everybody has that luxury....



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[Dr.Brian]

I had one guy sit next to me on a flight a few years ago that was quite obese. He wanted to raise the armrest between us and I declined. He persisted and I said that I think the armrest will help us keep ourselves in our designated spaces. That was that, and as polite as I could be. And it did, to some degree anyway. I’m not a small guy, though I’m not obese. I need all my space as it is.


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[AzPaul]

Story has the ring of fiction.

[Wesley Crusher]

Originally Posted by AzPaul

Story has the ring of fiction.

These days you never know what’s real and what isn’t, but the story does raise an interesting question. If you’re sitting next to somebody that is so obese that their fat rolls into your space, do you have the right to complain?

[superdog]

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

These days you never know what’s real and what isn’t, but the story does raise an interesting question. If you’re sitting next to somebody that is so obese that their fat rolls into your space, do you have the right to complain?

I think that ultimately yes. You do.

But even with the “right”, I’m not sure I would.

[Wesley Crusher]

Originally Posted by superdog

I think that ultimately yes. You do.

But even with the “right”, I’m not sure I would.

I’m with you. I’m not sure if I would have the guts to say something, but it’s a terrible situation to be in. I really do think that airlines should make people over a certain weight buy a second seat or upgrade to business/first. I mean, jamming yourself into a seat that’s clearly too small has to be a safety hazard for you and everybody around you, no?

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

I’m with you. I’m not sure if I would have the guts to say something, but it’s a terrible situation to be in. I really do think that airlines should make people over a certain weight buy a second seat or upgrade to business/first. I mean, jamming yourself into a seat that’s clearly too small has to be a safety hazard for you and everybody around you, no?

I think there in lies the answer. If you can’t sit in the designated seats without encroaching on others space I think two seats is the best solution.

[superdog]

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

I’m with you. I’m not sure if I would have the guts to say something, but it’s a terrible situation to be in. I really do think that airlines should make people over a certain weight buy a second seat or upgrade to business/first. I mean, jamming yourself into a seat that’s clearly too small has to be a safety hazard for you and everybody around you, no?

Agree. On all counts.

[Star Ferry]

This story doesn't bother me at all. People should be accountable for their decision to become so heavy they don't fit in one airline seat.

I once went on a date with a woman who was at least 30 pounds heavier than what was depicted in her (probably years-old) dating app photos. Without mentioning any specific reason, I told her it wasn't going to work and that I'd like to end things then and there. She said I was "discriminating" against her weight and was a "terrible person."

Okay. She can do whatever she wants with her life, but nobody is obligated to date her. Just like an airline doesn't have to let a 5'9" 300 pound dude pay for one seat and occupy two.

[superstarmar]

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

These days you never know what’s real and what isn’t, but the story does raise an interesting question. If you’re sitting next to somebody that is so obese that their fat rolls into your space, do you have the right to complain?

Originally Posted by superdog

I think that ultimately yes. You do.

But even with the “right”, I’m not sure I would.

I’d ask for another seat . Space is already too confined,
No need to limit it even more .

[superdog]

I’d not be pleased of this happened to me. And it has, to a lesser degree.

I don’t think I’d go as far as charging the guy. But I’d have likely been pretty annoyed.

[wantonebad]

You can't choose who sits next to you, I'm with Doc Brian, keep the arm rest down and insist on it, that's really all you can do, any more than that and your grandstanding and becoming a delicate tulip.

I've broken that rule for myself only once when a mother alone with an infant needed some extra space to maneuver. I allowed her to do whatever she wanted, though it was not a fun flight. Fun flights are extremely rare, be prepared for discomfort, delays and seeing some human traits you aren't fond of, it just goes with the territory.

[s14roller]

Originally Posted by wantonebad

You can't choose who sits next to you, I'm with Doc Brian, keep the arm rest down and insist on it, that really all you can do, any more than that and your grandstanding and becoming a delicate tulip.

I've broken that rule for myself only once when a mother alone with an infant needed some extra space to maneuver. I allowed her to do whatever she wanted, though it was not a fun flight. Fun flights are extremely rare, be prepared for discomfort, delays and seeing some human traits you aren't fond of, it just goes with the territory.

I’m sure that mother appreciated it. I’m too scared to bring an infant onto the plane.

[Jojoshop]

You can’t charge a person extra because of obesity and you can’t charge extra for crying babies, they are both similar issues. I think each person should have a certain level of responsibility to respect each other both sides. If you are way too obese and you know you are getting into a long flight and you are certain you will cause that mush discomfort may be you should be considered and try to book two seats. Again, only if you can afford it. I try to wear off my kids before we got on a plane and teach them how to behave. On the other side, you should expect to be tolerant of other people issues. If you sit next to an obese person or crying kids; tough luck, take one for the team and move on. But I don’t think you should charge them any money. Clearly the person in this article was very self conscious hence why he agreed to pay.

[SN13]

Originally Posted by Jojoshop

You can’t charge a person extra because of obesity

I disagree. If I can be charged for a bag over 50lbs for Weight concerns on the flight, why can't Adults be charged over a certain weight? or over a total weight for Passenger + Luggage?

[locutus49]

I think people should pay by the pound: the heavier you are the more you pay. Because it costs more fuel to move more pounds through space. Simple physics.

[77T]

Originally Posted by locutus49

I think people should pay by the pound: the heavier you are the more you pay. Because it costs more fuel to move more pounds through space. Simple physics.

They weigh checked baggage. There is a surcharge for excess weight and size.

So there is a good reason for airlines to crack this issue via policies.




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[tritium8]

Originally Posted by locutus49

I think people should pay by the pound: the heavier you are the more you pay. Because it costs more fuel to move more pounds through space. Simple physics.

Works for FedEx/UPS/USPS, why not the airlines?!?

Or at least a fuel surcharge for people over a certain "average" weight....even though we all know it would be down to like 75lbs the way the airlines work.

[pickettt]

Originally Posted by tritium8

Works for FedEx/UPS/USPS, why not the airlines?!?

Or at least a fuel surcharge for people over a certain "average" weight....even though we all know it would be down to like 75lbs the way the airlines work.

Taller people are naturally heavier, but not necessarily wider. Should they pay more? Can those of us below the average pay less?

[Jojoshop]

The only think I won’t tolerate and I will immediately ask for a resolution is a strong body odors. I just can’t stand it and won’t tolerate such a situation

[2ltdjorn]

Probably fabricated by Jussie Smollet


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[Wesley Crusher]

Originally Posted by 2ltdjorn

Probably fabricated by Jussie Smollet


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[Widows Son]

Your rights end when they interfer with someone else's.

[Brew]

Airline travel sucks. Getting stuck next to a huge passenger or a crying baby can make a sucky situation much worse, if you let. Or, you can try to be a little bit empathetic, perhaps even a little accommodating, and make the best of the sucky situation.

When I used to travel a whole lot, and that didn't work, I just drank my way home.

[pickettt]

So, the intolerable problem was going to be resolved by the airline putting the obese man on another flight, but.....$150 made it tolerable?

[shaunylw]

Originally Posted by pickettt

So, the intolerable problem was going to be resolved by the airline putting the obese man on another flight, but.....$150 made it tolerable?

I’m not concerned with the mentioning of the overweight person needing two seats. But, asking the guy for $150?! That is beyond gross. Give me a break “ i paid for this comfort”. No, you paid to be on a public flight because your too broke to fly private or even first class. For the record, me too. So i deal with the hell that can be economy.

I don’t think i could have said anything to the person. I would unfortunately sacrifice my comfort for a few hours to make a person not feel bad about themselves. That must be humiliating.


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[pickettt]

Originally Posted by shaunylw

I’m not concerned with the mentioning of the overweight person needing two seats. But, asking the guy for $150?! That is beyond gross. Give me a break “ i paid for this comfort”. No, you paid to be on a public flight because your too broke to fly private or even first class. For the record, me too. So i deal with the hell that can be economy.

I don’t think i could have said anything to the person. I would unfortunately sacrifice my comfort for a few hours to make a person not feel bad about themselves. That must be humiliating.


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Oh, I totally agree with you. It was totally opportunistic to ask for and take the guy's money. That was my point.