Summary
A Southwest Airlines passenger reported frustration over not being allowed to change seats on a flight that was only 60% full. Despite empty rows, the airline enforced its seating policy, which restricts seat changes even when the plane is not full.
Key Facts
- A passenger on a Southwest Airlines flight noted that 60% of the seats were occupied, yet passengers could not change seats.
- The claim was shared on Reddit, where it sparked discussions among other travelers.
- The airline's staff enforced a strict seating policy, even when nearby rows were empty.
- Seat assignment policies have become stricter across airlines, impacting flexibility.
- The current global average for flight occupancy is around 85%.
- Southwest Airlines historically offered open seating but has made changes to align more with other airlines.
- The flight in question traveled from Virginia to Dallas.
- Southwest Airlines has been contacted for comment, but the details of the case could not be independently verified.
