Angry KLM passenger ticked off for being assigned seat that’s crazy narrow: ‘A seat for ants?’
A KLM passenger expressed outrage after being assigned a seat he deemed too small for any passenger. Mika H, who paid extra for what was advertised as an exit row seat with more legroom, claimed the seat was significantly narrower than expected. Despite months of communication, KLM has not refunded him, leading to frustration and calls for accountability from the airline.
- ▪Mika H was assigned a seat he described as 30% smaller than the middle seat in the same row.
- ▪He paid extra for the seat, which was advertised as having extra legroom and width.
- ▪KLM has not responded to Mika's requests for a refund after nearly eight months.
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| Publication time | Thu, 21 May 2026 14:29:50 -0400 |
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Travel Angry KLM passenger ticked off for being assigned seat that’s crazy narrow: ‘A seat for ants?’ By Ben Cost Published May 21, 2026, 2:29 p.m. ET A KLM passenger is demanding a refund from the carrier after reportedly being assigned a seat so tiny he says it should have never been available to anyone. REUTERS See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Has shrinkflation hit the friendly skies? A KLM passenger was left flabbergasted after being assigned a seat so tiny he says it should have never been available to flyers. The flyer, Mika H, who goes by @finnishmike on X, detailed his plight on the platform, claiming that it’s been months since the incident, but the airline has still not refunded him.
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