This Is the Surprising Reason Airport Gate Seats Are Bolted to the Ground

This Is the Surprising Reason Airport Gate Seats Are Bolted to the Ground

Many airports (looking at you, LaGuardia in New York City) have thankfully gone from the punchline of bad travel jokes to points of civic pride. But even in the most modern, newly renovated terminals, you’ll still spot seats bolted firmly to the floor. The reason isn’t just a relic from the days when terminals resembled dodgy bus stations. As times—and airports—evolve, so does their seating, though some things stay put. Reader’s Digest took a cl…