How to buy an airline seat belt extender

Airline travelers come in all shapes and sizes, but unfortunately all airline seats are exactly the same. What does this mean for a traveler who doesn’t fit into the normal body size? At the very least, it can mean an uncomfortable flight with a tight seat belt. For travelers who find that an airline seat belt just doesn’t comfortably fit, purchasing an airline seat belt extender is a great idea. But before making your purchase, it is important to keep in mind a few considerations about airplane seat belt extenders.

First, it is important to ensure that you purchase an airplane seat belt extender that fits with the airline carrier you are traveling with. There are a few different types of seat belt extenders, and each one should clearly list the airline carriers that the extender will work with. Also, you may need a different extender for domestic versus international flights. Ensure that you are correctly matching your flight information to the appropriate seat belt extender. Also, all airline seatbelt extenders must be approved by the FAA – do not purchase a seat belt extender that does not have this clearly defined. Safety is most important, and if the extender is not up to par with FAA standards you may be risking your safety.

Another consideration when purchasing an airline seat belt extender, is how often you fly. If you fly rarely, you may be better off asking the airline to provide you with a seat belt extender when you arrive for your flight. Virtually all airline carriers do offer some free seat belt extenders for their flights. However, if you fly often, you will want to consider the airline that you travel most often with, and purchase a seat belt extender that will fit with that airline. Some companies do sell different airline seat belt extender combos, so if you do fly a lot on different carriers, you’ll be able to have multiple belts to carry with you.