AirTran to copy Southwest rule on obese passengers

DALLAS (AP) -- AirTran Airways will soon require obese passengers to buy two seats if they can't fit into one. The change will match the policy of Southwest Airlines Co., which bought AirTran in May and plans to combine the two carriers. For large passengers on AirTran, the change will take effect ...

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