I have a rather large friend traveling on a plane for about 2 hours, and we were wondering what is the weight standard for having to buy two tickets?
I myself am rather large too, but hopefully i'll be staying on the ground :)
2007-01-02 22:43:07 · 3 answers · asked by Kevin T 1 in Travel ➔ Air Travel
It depends a lot on what kind of aircraft you will be flying, and in what class. The airlines do not base this on how many pounds you weigh; it's how you fit in the seat. Someone who is larger around their hips and thighs has a greater chance of having to purchase an extra fare than someone who is larger in the chest. That said, check with the airline to find out what kind of aircraft you will be in, then go to http://seatguru.com and check the airline's version of that craft (make sure you search for the airline first, then the aircraft, as there can be as much as 2"-3" difference between airlines on the same airplane depending on how they set the interior up). You will see how large your seat will be; that can be a guide as to whether you/your friend will fit into the seat.
Airlines say that you must be able to fit in one seat with the armrest down or they may charge you for another seat. I have not seen this happen too often though. They also say that you must be able to have your seat belt fastened or they can't let you fly, and I have seen people removed from the plane because of the seat belt issue. Airlines are supposed to keep a stock of seat belt extenders for those who need them, but I've been on a number of flights recently where they had more large passengers than extenders; I'd recommend either requesting the extender in advance (which doesn't really guarantee it will be waiting for you) or purchasing your own before heading to the airport.
2007-01-03 01:58:49 · answer #1 · answered by dcgirl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For one, the airlines are rarley enforcing this rule. And even if they are its not an actual number its based on how big you are. The only times I have heard of airlines doing this are when the person is so big that they affect the comfort or saftey of the person next to them. And that person would probably have to complain as well. Unless you are maybe 500lbs or over the airline would not require you buy an extra ticket up front.
Its all a case by case situation at the airlines discretion.
2007-01-03 09:42:01 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most airlines just require for the arm rest to come down w/o invading the seat next to you. On a full flight would be a problem not a full flight, no problem
2007-01-03 11:19:18 · answer #3 · answered by carolina t 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋