Ed
2008-05-24 06:47:46
As someone who flies weekly on business I can tell you that anything that prompts more carry on luggage is going to cause problems.
The days of empty seats are over. Flights are full as are the overhead bins. Often those who are last to board are forced to check their bags at the gate.
American’s checked bag charge will force those casual travelers who now check a bag for ease during the flight, will be prompted to carry on. That means delays. And unhappy customers.
American should have just tried to push through another rate increase. The other airlines would have been happy to follow their lead.
