> Airlines are adding another option that is cheaper. How is that a bad thing?
No, they’re going to make this the new default setting. The regular crappy seat you enjoy today will become the “economy premium” option and cost more.
> If I don't want the cheaper option, another airline will offer me a more comfortable one and I'll pay for it.
Assuming they go where you’re going in the timeframe you’re expecting. And assuming they don’t just move in lock-step with their other competitors and make these new seats the default.
No, they’re going to make this the new default setting. The regular crappy seat you enjoy today will become the “economy premium” option and cost more.
> If I don't want the cheaper option, another airline will offer me a more comfortable one and I'll pay for it.
Assuming they go where you’re going in the timeframe you’re expecting. And assuming they don’t just move in lock-step with their other competitors and make these new seats the default.