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WestJet Under Fire for Flight Attendant's Weight Comment

1/7/2026

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Dave Rogers and his wife faced an offensive comment about Rogers' weight from a WestJet flight attendant on a Christmas Eve flight to Mexico, despite a cordial start with extra drinks.
The remark came as they prepared for landing and was allegedly spoken by another attendant.
Rogers has contacted WestJet, which is reviewing the situation.
He hopes others do not face similar disrespect in the future.

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Dave Rogers and his wife faced an offensive comment about Rogers' weight from a WestJet flight attendant on a Christmas Eve flight to Mexico, despite a cordial start with extra drinks.
The remark came as they prepared for landing and was allegedly spoken by another attendant.
Rogers has contacted WestJet, which is reviewing the situation.
He hopes others do not face similar disrespect in the future.