Since Jetblue likes to do what they do.........
May 21, 2008, 6:59 pm
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Since Jetblue likes to do what they do.........
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB121138491732610943.html
After AMR, the Deluge
What to Expect as Airlines Cope With Soaring Fuel Costs
May 21, 2008 5:58 p.m.
Before you get too upset about airlines slapping a $15 fee to check just one piece of luggage one way, know this: Oil prices are just killing airlines.
American Airlines is adding a $15 fee for passengers' first checked bag.
AMR Corp.'s American Airlines today said it will begin charging $15 for the first bag checked beginning June 15. Elite-level members of its frequent-flier program, full-fare passengers and international travelers are exempt, but that leaves yet another shock at the check-in counter for summer travelers.
Click on the link to read the entire of the article
After AMR, the Deluge
What to Expect as Airlines Cope With Soaring Fuel Costs
May 21, 2008 5:58 p.m.
Before you get too upset about airlines slapping a $15 fee to check just one piece of luggage one way, know this: Oil prices are just killing airlines.
American Airlines is adding a $15 fee for passengers' first checked bag.
AMR Corp.'s American Airlines today said it will begin charging $15 for the first bag checked beginning June 15. Elite-level members of its frequent-flier program, full-fare passengers and international travelers are exempt, but that leaves yet another shock at the check-in counter for summer travelers.
Click on the link to read the entire of the article
May 21, 2008, 7:34 pm
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From the same article:
So - which one is jetBlue - big network or big discount?
Or, trying to somehow be both?
The notable exception are some of the big discount airlines, further creating a divide between how big network airlines are trying to cover fuel costs without raising ticket prices to the levels needed (and risking a huge drop in ticket-buying), and how some of the discounters are faring.
Or, trying to somehow be both?
May 22, 2008, 11:09 am
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May 22, 2008, 12:12 pm
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