Im size 22/24, will I fit in the airplane seat???

[Sherry Rice 184]

I have bot flown since gaining so much weight. Im so nervous that I wont fit in the seat. How embarrassing! Does anyone know?

[dreamingsmall 1,125]

22/24 looks different on different people as all bodys have more weight on some areas than others, so how would anyone know were you carry most your weight? I think you should ring the company your flying with and ask if your weight range is fine not clothe size if that makes sense. , i dont know what a 22 is all round the world.

[Diana_in_Philly 1,426]

When I was a 22/24 (271 pounds, 5'3") I fit in the seat without a seat belt extender, but I'm an hourglass body type and gained my weight in a pretty even distribution over my body. I fit - not comfortably (3 hour flight was my max). I couldn't bend over to get anything from under the seat in front of me without gymnastics, but I fit.

[Sherry Rice 184]

Yaaaay! Im flying Dallas to San Diego for my surgery. Im also evenly fat. So glad to hear this. Thank you!

[KarenOR 180]

I agree it depends on your shape and even the airline. I'm considerably bigger than that and usually get an extender just because it's more comfortable. Most flight attendants are very discreet. I flew 1st class with an upgrade a few months ago and didn't need one there.

[Want2BFitMama 12]

I flew a lot for work while 270+ and while not comfortable, it’s doable. As you get on the plane, ask a flight attendant for a seat belt extender. They will gladly give you one to save the embarrassment of having to ask as they are checking to make sure everyone is buckled later. If possible, sit on an aisle, gives you a bit more room to lean to that side so you aren’t squished next to your seat mate. I have also sometimes asked at the gate if the flight isn’t full, could I be put in an empty row or have an empty seat next to me.