Originally Posted by
Flyer_70
I was recently on a flight where a gentleman, around 3-400 lbs was in an isle seat (literally wedged in there). I do not know what his situation was but he *appeared* to be catatonic. It took 4 FAs to lift him from his wheelchair into the seat. What do airlines do about those passengers? Not only was he immobile but as well he was blocking the two passengers in the middle and window seat.
I suspect that people like that simply play the odds, which usually turn out in their favor.
In an accident, if they think about it all, the FAs will triage the situation and POS who cannot help themselves will be evacuated last, if time allows.