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Author: Christopher Reynolds
Publication Date: January 9, 2026 - 12:40
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WestJet staff, passengers raise concerns over cramped seats after video goes viral
January 9, 2026
A viral video showcasing a lack of legroom on WestJet planes is sparking concerns over safety and comfort from staff and passengers.
In a TikTok post by an Alberta woman that has racked up more than 1.1 million views, her parents can be seen squeezing into economy seats that leave barely enough room to bend their knees.
Her father, Ryan Marshall, says Lexi was once confident and outgoing, but that began to change when she entered middle school. She was 12 years old when she took her own life.
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