Overview

• Passengers report an increase in 'seat squatting,' where individuals occupy seats they are not assigned to, often leading to conflicts during boarding.
• A viral Reddit post described a passenger's experience confronting an older woman who refused to vacate their assigned seat on a Delta Air Lines flight.
• Etiquette expert Rosalinda Randall advises passengers to address seat squatters calmly, present proof of their assigned seat, and involve flight attendants if necessary.
• Social media users expressed frustration over the behavior, with suggestions ranging from stricter airline policies to charging squatters for the seat they take.
• Delta Air Lines clarified that passengers can select or change seats during booking or check-in, emphasizing the importance of following assigned seating guidelines.