WestJet reverses course on tighter seat layout plan following criticism - CBS News
Google News • 1/18/2026 – 1/19/2026
Summary
WestJet has reversed its plan for a tighter seat layout following criticism. The decision comes after viral videos showed passengers' knees pressed against seats, prompting backlash against the new cabin layouts.
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
92d
Age
1
Sources
from cluster
2162
Hours Since Seen
Final Score0/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusArchived
Recency Multiplier0% (0.5^2162/48)
Hero EligibleNo
Score is 0 because recency decay (0.5^2162/48 = 0.000000) reduced it below 0.5
Score BreakdownRisk 50
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 91 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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