Finnair's Passenger Weighing Policy Sparks Controversy

The airline's voluntary program aims to enhance flight safety, but faces criticism for potential body shaming and discrimination.

Finnair has initiated a voluntary program asking passengers to weigh themselves with their hand luggage before flights, aiming to improve flight safety through accurate cargo weight estimation.
Critics have labeled the policy as 'body shaming' and potentially triggering for individuals with eating disorders, sparking a debate on social media and among public figures.
The airline argues that the data, collected anonymously, is crucial for the safe operation of flights and is not linked to personal information.
Over 800 volunteers have participated in the program, which Finnair plans to use for balancing and loading calculations from 2025 to 2030.
Other airlines, including Air New Zealand and Korean Air, have conducted similar passenger weighing initiatives in the past.