OT: most accommodating airline

Yeah, I guess I just haven't had any problems or really read anything that seemed legitimate. I guess because I always just buy the 2nd seat, I've never dealt with it. 

But yeah... they always refund it and I'd rather my fellow passengers have a nice flight (I don't wanna be squished up against them either!). 

The whole throwing off thing... eh... I remember the Kevin Smith thing, in my opinion, he might have needed another seat, he may have fit his butt in it, but he is very broad shouldered, as you said. They probably could have handled it better, but from their side, it sounded like they were trying to be discreet and he blew it out of proportion.

I wasn't there, so I dunno. I always judge places by my own experiences with them and I love SW Air. 

And yes! I hate being squished by some big broad shouldered guy. Honest, at the end of the day, it's the airlines for trying to fit so many people in such a small space. I mean 17" or whatever the current is, is just ridiculous to ask someone to sardine into. Nevermind the leg room (or lack thereof!) Oy!

Thanks everyone. I decided to go with United. Who knows, maybe I'll be down another 20lbs by then!