La-Z-Boy petition to ban airplane reclining seats garners over 186,000 signatures

simpleflying.com December 24, 2024, 12:01 PM UTC

La-Z-Boy has launched a petition to ban reclining seats on airplanes, receiving over 186,000 signatures. The campaign, which started during the Thanksgiving travel rush, aims to address discomfort caused to passengers seated behind those who recline. The company argues that comfort should not come at the expense of others. La-Z-Boy has released videos highlighting the negative impact of reclining seats, showing how they can spill drinks and disrupt laptops. The issue of seat reclining has sparked debate among passengers and airline executives. While some support the right to recline, others advocate for keeping seats upright to enhance overall comfort during flights.


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