[dbloom]

I don't understand why airlines don't just disable recline in one half of the economy-class cabin, and then let passengers choose whether they want to sit in the reclining or non-reclining side.

I'm 5'10" (almost exactly average for men) but I still like having extra space for using my laptop or iPad. I also don't really benefit from recline because I never sleep on flights. So I would really like having the option to fly without it.

This could also save airlines money on fuel and maintenance. Non-reclining seats would likely weigh less, cost less, and would be easier to maintain.

[facepalm]

They do - it's called "first class".

[tracker1]

at over 3X the price per seat...