Photo of passenger on flight goes viral, has everyone saying the same thing

Chaney, who has pushed for free extra seating for larger passengers, also responded to critics suggesting that she should simply purchase a first-class ticket. “First-class seats still don’t accommodate me,” she said. “Flying isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity.”

As the conversation rages on, some are even calling for federal legislation, including a “Fat Equality Bill of Rights,” to guarantee fair and accessible air travel for all body types. Others suggest that weighing passengers before boarding—just like luggage — could be a solution, though that idea has been widely condemned as “inhumane.”

With the debate intensifying, the question remains: Should airlines make systemic changes to their seating policies, or is the responsibility on passengers to adjust? What do you think?