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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Isabel Keane

HISTORICAL FACTS: You could soon get charged for reclining your seat on your flight with this airline | History Defined

Customers flying on WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline, will soon have to pay more for seats that recline, as the basic economy section will now only feature fixed recline seating - (AFP via Getty Images)

Customers flying with WestJet will soon be charged more to recline their seats.

The Canadian airline announced it will undergo a major cabin refresh across its once economy-only fleet, promoting changes that include Premium seating, and forgoing reclining seats for economy class passengers on Boeing 737-8 MAX and 737-800 planes.

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