Seat standards may be coming to U.S. airlines

Since the early 2000s, plane seats have been narrowing as airlines increase seat numbers, raising concerns about passenger evacuation during emergencies. The FAA reauthorization bill mandates setting minimum seat size standards within a year. However, airlines might cut costs by reducing padding or removing features like tray tables, or by raising prices.

What changes have been observed in plane seat sizes since the early 2000s?

What concerns do some people have regarding cramped cabins in airplanes?

What does the recently passed FAA reauthorization bill require regarding seat sizes?

How might airlines respond to the requirement of setting minimum seat sizes?

What are some potential ways airlines might reduce seat size without violating regulations?