New Zealand's national airline is asking passengers to step on the scales before they board international flights.
Under the authority's rules, airlines have various options to estimate passenger weight. One option is to periodically carry out surveys like Air New Zealand is doing to establish an average weight. Another option is to accept a standard weight set by the authority.
Currently, the authority's designated weight for people 13 and over is 86 kilograms , which includes carry-on luggage. The authority last changed the average passenger weight in 2004, increasing it from 77 kilograms . Health statistics show New Zealanders are becoming heavier. The latest national health survey put the adult obesity rate at 34%, up from 31% a year earlier. Childhood obesity rates increased to 13%, up from 10% a year earlier.James said there was nothing for passengers to fear by stepping on the scales.
“It’s simple, it’s voluntary, and by weighing in, you’ll be helping us to fly you safely and efficiently, every time," he said.Copyright AP - Associated Press
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