Morning Buzz for Thursday 2/28/08 - Pack Light

If you don’t pack light on your next trip, your wallet may feel a little lighter. U.S. Airways says it’s going to start charging passengers $25 to check a 2nd bag. The Associated Press reports it’s in an effort to raise revenue and deal with rising costs (particularly fuel costs).

However, this doesn’t apply to preferred-status members in the company’s frequent flier programs – or passengers in first class. A spokesperson for the company says they will also waive the fee for military personnel, unaccompanied minors, and customers checking assistive devices.

Will this make you be more selective about what you pack? Let’s discuss. Maybe I’ll read your comment on the air tomorrow!

Posted by on 02/28 at 04:06 AM

It will make me more selective on who I fly with. The $25 charge will have to be factored in when comparing prices.

Posted by  on  02/28  at  08:47 AM

I suspect you will see passengers trying to cram more stuff in their carry-ons. Carry-ons is a bigger problem. You cannot get a luggage compartment(near your seat) if you load after zone 2. I’m pretty sure Southwestern recently did the same thing with a 3RD bag. US Air needs to concentrate on arriving on time. My last three trips in to Florence have been a series of cancellations and delays. They are very close to losing this long time and frequent flying customer.

Plus they charge 5.00 for a HOT beer. I don’t mind the 5.00 but at least keep’em cold.

I am Mr. Mookie and I approve this message.

Posted by  on  02/28  at  09:53 AM

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