So I know I asked about Southwest before and the early bird check-in was super helpful since I was able pick a row and my friends were able to sit next to me. The seatbelt ended up not fitting (by 2-3 inches!) and I had asked for a extender but both times the attendents forgot I asked so I went seatbelt-less to and from. Which I don't mind but I ( Read more... )

So...my deathfat self and my deathfat hubby flew Southwest yesterday and had a really good experience!( Read more... )

I recently found, through Consumerist, this list of major airlines' policies for passengers of size.  I thought you might appreciate having this information.

http://www.airfarewatchdog.com/blog/13060972/airline-customer-of-size-poli/

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Hello!

I am going to Mexico for my 30th birthday next month and am looking to see what experience everyone has with Air Tran, if any. I have scoured their published policies to see what I am in for, and have had no luck. Any experience?

Thanks!

Hi everyone! I recently flew on American Airlines from South America to the US, between US cities and back. I am 5'7 and do not know how much I weigh, but my measurements are 48-44-52 ( Read more... )

Good evening, wonderful fatshionistas!

Since you all shared some seriously helpful advice about air travel before I left for my badass trip to Asia, I thought I'd share my in-flight experience in the hopes that it might help someone else here. Let the record show that I am typically a 24-26 on the bottom, 22-24 on top.

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I am leaving in a week to fly to Missouri, and am slightly panic-y about the whole ordeal.

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Hi everyone.  Just a quick update on flying AA. I flew domestically and internationally in the past couple of weeks, in a 757 and a 767 respectively. The 757 was more comfortable - more leg room and slightly bigger seats. I fit fine in both seats and could lower the armrests without a problem. I did not need a belt extender on either plane, ( Read more... )