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[Kachina624]

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@MacDUFF wrote:

I think it's greedy, too, but...someone has to pay for all that security...guess who...it's not going to come out of their pockets, that's for sure.

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These fees have nothing to do with paying for security.   It's all about corporate greed. 

[esmeraldagooch]

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@terriebear wrote:

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@esmeraldagooch wrote:

United will start charging to use overhead bins in 2017.

Delta is testing free food on some transcontinental flights in the main cabin..

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@esmeraldagooch

This rumor is false;

http://www.business2community.com/travel-leisure/united-airlines-charging-overhead-space-false-rumor...

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United Airlines just announced a new ticket option called "Basic Economy," banning the use of overhead bins for luggage.

So now you're stuck with either paying for a checked bag, or paying for a more expensive ticket to bring it on the flight with you.

According to a release from U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer's office, United expects the plan to raise $1 billion for the company by 2020. Other airlines are waiting to see if this policy sticks before implementing it themselves.

Schumer (D-New York) says this proposed fare increase is one of the most restrictive policies airline passengers have seen in a long time.

"The overhead bin is one of the last sacred conveniences of air travel and the fact that United Airlines - and potentially others - plan to take that convenience away unless you pay up is really troubling," said Schumer. "Already, airlines charge extra for checked luggage, pillows, peanuts and headphones and now you'll have nowhere to store them. United Airlines should reverse this plan and allow the free use of heh overhead bin for all.

 http://www.abc2news.com/lifestyle/travel/united-airlines-will-charge-extra-fee-for-use-of-overhead-b...

[patbz]

DH and I travel by air frequently and we each travel with a small suitcase plus another small item.  We always check our suitcases, due to convenience as well as not causing others inconvenience.  Once you are on a plane there is always  a hassle showing and bestowing bags.  Always thought the airlines were doing it wrong; should allow 1 bag in the hold and charge for almost everything brought onto plane (except purse or backpack).  Also why can't couples or families be able to book seats together?  That's just nuts!