02-16-2010
05:58 PM
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First I'd like to say I have been a long time user of Southwest and believe they are the best airline out there. I will always use Southwest as they are way ahead of their competition and all of my flight experiences with them have been nothing short of pleasurable.
Second of all, there is a terrible case of obesity in this country. I am hoping that this incident will help Mr. Smith realize that he has a weight problem and for the well being of his health and longevity of life, gets some help and takes care of his problem.
I can't stand sitting next to someone who is overwieght, making my flight an uncomfortable one. If the captain of the flight, who is in control and needs to make all decisions based on the safety of his passengers, determines Mr. Smith needed to purchase another seat, then so be it. It has been stated that Mr. Smith has in the past purchased 2 seats because of his size. Why the hell didn't he do it in this circumstance. Perhaps he knows Southwest is an excellent airline and figured he could get away with it. I'm sorry to be commenting on this incident and it is not my intention to hurt anyones feelings but it is what it is!
If oversized people continue to fly the friendly skies, perhaps someone should start an airline for those very people. I do feel however that any and all airlines should post a certain girth size of a person allowed for a single seat. Let's say the allowable size of a person purchasing a single seat is not to exceed a midsection girth of more than 50 inches. Then if you're larger than that, purchase 2 tickets. The airlines do not know how big a person is until they actually try to sit in the seat. If you're larger than the alloted size given, purchase 2 seats to avoid humiliation and embarrassment.
Last not but not least, I hope everyone follows a diet and exercise regimen to avoid obesity or help fight obesity. The statistics are overwhelming and we need to fight this fatal epidemic. Stay healthy and live a long and happy quality lifestyle!
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