Plus-size travel influencer Jae'lynn Chaney is calling on US airlines to adopt a 'one person, one fare' policy, highlighting the injustice of paying double for the same accommodation that others receive with a single ticket. The influencer points out that Canadian airlines provide extra seats without additional cost if needed due to a disability, whereas in the US, larger passengers are often required to pay for an additional seat, even if they do not have a documented disability.
“It’s actually outrageous here that we’re forced to pay twice for the same accommodation anyone else gets with just one ticket,” the TikToker said in her viral video.Plus-size travel influencer Jae’lynn Chaney renewed her call for US airlines to adopt a “one person, one fare” policy , Canadian airlines must provide extra seats without additional cost for domestic travel if the passenger provides documentation confirming their need due to a disability.
“You look fairly young and the health risks from being morbidly obese should want you to make lifestyle changes.” In the petition, she highlighted personal experiences of discrimination and physical discomfort during flights, calling the current system unacceptable. Proposed changes in her petition include providing additional seating at no extra cost, refunding tickets for those forced to purchase extra seats, priority boarding, larger lavatories, and improved employee training to address anti-fat bias.
Highlighting her reliance on handrails for safe pool entry and exit, the plus-size travel influencer argued that their absence excludes many individuals from enjoying pools confidently. ADVERTISEMENT
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