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Window seat or aisle? Carry-on or checked luggage? Arrive at the airport early or just in time? The travel world has seemingly endless debates, but few are as divisive as seat reclining.Â
While some argue that it’s their right to recline their seat, others say the discomfort caused to the person behind a reclined seat outweighs the little extra comfort it offers. With economy seats getting smaller by the year, seat reclining, especially when done without warning, has led to arguments and even altercations between passengers.Â
They won’t settle the debate anytime soon. Still, La-Z-Boy, the iconic chair company that invented reclining furniture, shares its two cents in the heated conversation.Â
The company has officially opposed reclining on airplanes and has even launched a petition to ban the controversial practice.Â
“La-Z-Boy has spent nearly 100 years innovating and crafting the most comfortable, high-quality recliners. While this continues to set our products apart, we believe comfort shouldn’t come at others’ expense,” Nelly Martinez Garza, La-Z-Boy’s Senior Director of Consumer Marketing, said in a statement. “Our #BanReclining campaign is simple: Just because you can recline doesn’t mean you always should.”  Â
According to La-Z-Boy, over 150,000 people have already signed the petition, which includes a pledge that reads, “I commit to reserving the act of reclining for my home and will not engage in reclining aboard all future flights.”Â
 Travelers who make this promise and fill out the online pledge will also be entered into a giveaway to win prizes like a La-Z-Boy recliner or $500 in airfare.Â
 Suppose you do choose to recline your seat on a plane. In that case, travel experts recommend looking behind you first and then reclining slowly and carefully to avoid hurting the person behind you or damaging their personal items. Come mealtime, always sit your seat upright so everyone can eat comfortably.Â
Jessica is a freelance journalist on a quest to see and experience everything our gorgeous planet offers and share her experiences with her fellow travelers. Jessica has written for several world-class Travel Magazines.
