A recent image of a plus-sized passenger attempting to fit into a cramped airline seat has sparked an explosive debate online, leaving many questioning whether the airline industry needs to rethink its approach to seating.
The controversial photo, which shows a man on a flight from Helsinki to Copenhagen struggling to squeeze into his assigned seat, was initially shared by consumer advocate Christopher Elliott, from Washington D.C.
He posted the photo on his Facebook in September 2024, and after some time, it was reposted by the Miami-based hip-hop group Pretty Ricky.
Pretty Ricky, known for their 2000s hit ”Grind with Me,” posted the image with a call for airlines to make adjustments for larger passengers.