Southwest Airlines' Free Extra Seat Policy for Plus-Sized Flyers

Southwest Airlines has a "Customer of Size" policy that allows plus-sized travelers to get up to two extra seats for free, giving them an entire row to themselves. The policy, which has been in place for years but recently gained attention on TikTok, allows passengers who encroach upon neighboring seats to purchase an extra ticket in advance and later get refunded, or discuss seating needs with customer service at the departure gate. Southwest recommends booking the extra seat in advance to avoid overbooking. The policy is receiving mixed reactions on social media, with many praising Southwest for its fair and humane approach to flying fat passengers.