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Baggage Fees

Millions Of Americans Travel Ahead Of Thanksgiving Holiday

Airlines Collected Record Baggage Fees In 2012

U.S. airlines collected more than $6 billion in baggage and reservation change fees from passengers last year — the highest amount since the fees became common five years ago.

2013/05/14

Millions Of Americans Travel Ahead Of Thanksgiving Holiday

Fees Undermine Fliers’ Ability To Compare Fares

Federal regulators are weighing whether to make airlines reveal prices for baggage and other fees to online sellers like Orbitz and Expedia.

2012/12/26

Passengers wait at a TSA airport security checkpoint. (credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

What You Won’t Be Taking In Your Airport Carryon Bag

Pies… yes, snow globes… no. As you, or someone you know, prepare to head out for the holiday you should know a few of the little known rules concerning what you can take on an airplane with you and what you should leave at home.

2011/11/23

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Soldiers Returning From War Charged $2,800 For Extra Bags By Delta Airlines

A squad of U.S. Army soldiers returning from the war in Afghanistan had to actually pay to check some of their luggage, just like civilians do here at home.

2011/06/08

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