In the airline industry’s race to offer consumers the least pleasant trip possible, we have a new leader.  Ryanair, which operates out of Ireland, has asked Boeing to design a plane with standing room.

The plan will offer low cost fares to those who are willing to stay standing for their flights.  It’s currently making its way through the Irish Air Authority’s approval process.  “If they approve it,” a Ryanair spokesperson said,  ”we’ll be doing it.”

Other plans being worked on by the fine folks at Ryanair?  Well, they’re considering a fat tax for overweight passengers and, honest to god, coin operated bathrooms.

So next time you’re flying Ryanair, remember, wear comfortable shoes and for god’s sake, don’t run out of change.

A plane load of standing passengers and pay toilets?  Should be exciting during turbulence….

-Robert Laurie