A plus-sized influencer has asked for free extra seats and larger bathrooms so that people with larger sizes can fly comfortably.
Jae’lynn, a travel blogger, started a petition calling for the aviation industry to protect these types of passengers.
According to Jae’lynn, who lives in Vancouver, Canada, people with larger sizes should be entitled to free second and third seats if they need them.
In a TikTok video, she stated that people with this type of physique often feel cramped when flying.
As a plus-sized individual, I know how hard it can be to fit into a tiny plane seat.
We are not asking for luxury accommodations or special treatment, just enough space to travel without being subjected to discrimination.
Jae’lynn is advocating for an inclusive air travel system by calling on the airlines to make accommodations for everyone, including plus-size people.
She also demanded that they refund the extra seats that people purchased when they booked their tickets.
According to her, being forced to occupy a single seat can lead to various issues, such as discomfort, poor treatment, and even refusal by other passengers.
She also called on the TSA to make airport security procedures more inclusive, specifically when it comes to dealing with the treatment of plus-sized individuals.
Her idea has been met with mixed reactions. Some people believe that people’s weight should not be considered a problem, while others think that it should be handled by the airlines.
Some people supported Jae’s petition, stating that it would make traveling more positive for everyone.
One person stated that she felt that she was responsible for how she felt, and that she would either deal with the discomfort or buy another seat if it was too tight.
Another person said that she didn’t deserve anything, and that she was 6’10, which is why she often felt cramped.
Some people stated that they would rather pay for what they need or change their plans.
One person said that everyone would benefit from having slightly bigger seats, while another noted that her father, who is 130 pounds, thought that the seats were too small.