A globally popular low-cost airline has now become embroiled in a huge controversy. That is, it has said that obese people must buy an additional ticket. Let's see why this new policy has become controversial and what is the background behind it? airlines that sell tickets at low prices, known as low-cost airlines, are now trending all over the world. In our country, indigo also operates on this low-cost model. We can get air tickets at rates that are still unbelievable when viewed globally. At the same time, there are some controversial payment methods on such low-cost airlines. But the American Southwest airlines has taken this to the next level. That is, from 2026, obese passengers traveling on this airline will have to buy two tickets. This will come into effect from january next year. Obese passengers also cause inconvenience to passengers sitting next to them. It is also said that Southwest has taken this decision keeping that in mind. According to this new policy, passengers occupying the adjacent seat will have to buy an additional ticket. Moreover, this money may not be refunded if certain conditions are not met.
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As per the current practice, obese passengers can purchase an extra ticket in advance or request an extra seat at the airport. If the plane is not full, the obese passengers will be allotted an extra seat free of charge. On the other hand, if the plane is fully full, they will have to pay for the extra ticket. This policy has attracted obese passengers. Many people started choosing Southwest. The armrest between the 3 seats is considered the boundary that determines the seat. According to the current policy, obese passengers must meet three conditions to get a refund. First, there must be at least one empty seat on the plane. Both seats must be purchased in the same fare class.Under the current policy, buying an extra ticket is optional. It is not mandatory! However, under the new policy that will come into effect next year, you must buy an extra seat. If you have not booked an extra ticket, you must explain this to Southwest airlines agents at the departure gate. If there is space on the plane, they will provide passengers with a free extra seat. If the plane is fully booked, an alternative flight will be arranged. At the same time, Southwest airlines has formed partnerships with Icelandair and china airlines, and it has been clarified that passengers will have to pay for this extra ticket.
That is, the policies remain the same. While earlier the extra ticket was optional, it has now been reported that it will be made mandatory. This has caused great dissatisfaction among many. At the same time, it is noteworthy that Southwest airlines has not made any official announcement in this regard.
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