Throughout the past few days, media reports have been buzzing with United Airlines’ new policy that targets passengers who are affected by obesity. This policy has already been enacted and requires obese passengers who do not fit in United Airlines’ seats according to their restrictions to purchase a second additional seat if the carrier is not able to make accommodations otherwise. Full text of the policy, which clearly affects obese individuals can be found by clicking the link.
The Obesity Action Coalition wants to hear from you! Here are a few questions that will help us know where you stand:
The Obesity Action Coalition wants to hear from you! Here are a few questions that will help us know where you stand:
- What are your thoughts on this new rule? Is it fair, unfair, discrimination?
- Do you feel it affects your ability to travel?
- Have you ever had an instance where you were asked to move from your seat due to your weight? If so, how did that make you feel?
- If you are an obese/morbidly obese individual, do you already purchase a second seat? If so, why and have you faced any challenges?
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