"Middle Seat Mayhem: Why Some Fliers Will Do Anything to Avoid It For millions of air travelers, the thought of sitting in the middle seat on a plane is a nightmare. While some passengers may not mind the limited legroom and lack of window views, many others will go to great lengths to avoid it. From booking seats strategically to paying extra for upgrades, the middle seat has become a hotly contested commodity in the world of air travel. But what drives this aversion, and are airlines doing enough to provide more comfortable options for those who don't want to sit in the middle?"


While some maniacs love sitting in the middle seat on airplanes, others will do anything to avoid it.