Southwest Airlines had a policy where fat people could get an extra seat for free. Now that wokeness is dead, fat people have to pay for the extra seat again.
https://metro.co.uk/2025/08/27/southwest-airlines-changing-rules-plus-sized-passengers-24008196/Southwest Airlines is rolling out a new rule for plus-sized travellers that could make fares significantly more expensive.
Passengers who can’t fit within the armrests of their seat will soon need to book an additional one before they fly.
The rule goes into effect on 27 January 2026 as part of a wider set of changes, including pre-assigned seats.
As it stands, plus-sized travellers have two options if they require extra room: they can either purchase an additional seat upfront and apply for a refund after flying, or request a complimentary seat at the airport.
