Don’t blame journalists. This story is a result of two women throwing a hissy fit and blaming the airline for their own problem.
It’s a legitimate issue.
yes it is a legitimate issue...I am not a small person, but not anywhere near obese (6’, 230#) I got seated next to a person, about 6’8”, had to be pushing 450 pounds...my shoulder was stuck in his armpit, and I only was able to sit on half my seat...I talked to the stewardess, and got to sit in the jump seat in back ( 4 hour flight ) If you are too big, buy 2 damn seats...