Source: BroBible
Summary
A woman, Keirstyn (@lilcatron), shared her experience on TikTok about being allegedly denied boarding on a Southwest Airlines flight due to her size. She claims the airline staff made her feel embarrassed and singled out, despite having no issues on her previous flight. The incident occurred before the airline’s updated “Customer of Size” policy, which requires passengers who need extra space to purchase a second seat. Keirstyn’s story is one of many similar experiences shared by plus-sized passengers on TikTok.
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The habit gets a new name.
Southwest Airlines’ “Customer of Size” policy is just a polite way of saying “you’re too big for our seats.” The airline’s updated policy requires passengers who need extra space to purchase a second seat, but it’s not just about the seat – it’s about being singled out and embarrassed in front of other passengers.
Keirstyn’s experience is just one of many, with hundreds of similar videos going viral on TikTok. The controversy surrounding plus-size passengers and Southwest Airlines is not just about the policy, but about how it’s enforced.
It’s not just about the money; it’s about being treated like a liability.
The airline’s staff is making decisions based on appearance, and it’s not just about the passenger’s comfort – it’s about the comfort of others.
Southwest Airlines’ “Customer of Size” policy is just a nice way of saying “you’re not welcome here.”
Author: Evan Null
