Airlines to tempt travelers with wider seats

by Karla Cripps

Many airlines advise larger passengers who can't comfortably fit into a single seat to buy two. The biggest complaint among air travelers used to concern legroom. As in, there was never enough of it. 

Passengers cried out for more space to stretch out and recline further. 

In response, airlines reconfigured their planes to offer options like premium economy, allowing travelers to pay extra for added legroom without having to upgrade to business or first class. 

Now, it appears the focus has switched from length to width. 

Perhaps acknowledging the global expansion of waistlines, Airbus is giving airlines purchasing its new A320 passenger jet the option of adding extra-wide seats for large passengers.

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