Fewer flights and no relief for add-on fees in sight
Airlines are again under assault, this time from a stale, stagnant economy with fewer high-ticket business travelers in the air and rising fuel prices -- again. American, Continental, Delta and U.S. Airways have announced capacity cuts, route restructuring and/or layoffs. Attractive designed to lure leisure travelers in this cash-strapped uncertain time simply do not bring in the revenue that full-fare business travelers provide. Even Southwest is feeling the pinch. United isn't shaving capacity -- at least not right now -- but anything can happen. But with airlines still cash-strapped and chronically worried, don't expect carriers that charge for checked bags, food or drink to change those policies, and be prepared for hefty change fees too.
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ReplyDeleteI had great luck with my trip on United to Australia. $870 RT SFO- Melbourne, no extra charges for baggage; they fed us, and I got a FREE upgrade to extra legroom on the rerun trip.
ReplyDeleteYes they save money but the passengers suffer. It is hard especially on longer flights and you feel crammed in on your seat.
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