Hi.. I have posted here a few times, doing research on Lapband.. but have a off the topic question.. I am leaving for Florida in June, and am scared to death that I won't fit in the darn airplane seat:think I weigh 245, i will be so embarrassed if the seatbelt won't fit, I am even considering not going!:eek: .. anyone have that happen?

Amen Wheetsin!

I think you'd be far more embarrassed if you were detained for stealing the seat-belt extender than you'd be to ask for one on the occasions when you fly.

The last time I flew, I weighed 320 and I'm 5'6". I had to ask for an extention which was pretty embarrassing, but the attendant was very nice and discreet. I was only an inch or two from being able to fasten it without the extension, so you should have no problem at all.

The attendant told me to keep mine with me. They said that they have 10 on board at all times, because they expect people to take them. And that it costs about $5 for them to replace. So I took mine. $40 on ebay seems a bit steep after her telling me that. LOL

That is my biggest fear about flying, too. When you get to the airport to check in, ask if the flight is full. If not, then ask to have an empty seat next to you. As soon as you get on the plane (as in, as soon as your feet are in the door), ask the attendant for an extender. Then you'll be fine,

I'm 5'2" and 250ish is always my "breaking point" for needing a seatbelt extender. Pre-band, 255, I needed one. My most recent trip post-band, 235ish, I was fine without. Don't be embarassed. Quietly ask for one.