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Old 03-29-2013 | 10:23 AM
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Originally Posted by RhinoPherret
Correct.

The more you weigh, the more you pay, regardless of body proportions. With this exception: You must be able to properly fit into and use the standard airline seat, safety belt, and armrests or…pay for an extra seat due to this fact. Now we are covering the direct cost factor of weight coupled with personal safety and adjacent passenger comfort and safety. Not saying it is right or wrong but it is something to think about.

Considering the current system of pricing is such a work of art.
My guess is it's never going to happen but it isn't a bad idea on the surface. I also don't think that the aitlines are really all that interested in actual vs average allowable weights .
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