A woman gets backlash online for suggesting passengers should be weighed before their flights and pay more for excess baggage. She took to Mumsnet to argue her case.
She argued that thin people should be given more leeway with excessive packages because their lower body weight means the plane will use less fuel to transport them.
The woman then continued to rant that they should use the traveler’s weight and the luggage to determine the excess fees.
Most people were outraged by the woman’s suggestion accusing her of fat shaming. They pointed out that there are medical conditions that cause people to gain weight without even trying.
Furthermore, they explained how complicated the BMI is as people have different height levels.
It’s just safe to say, that her commentary got people riled up. Looks like she’ll be careful of her posts from now on.
