Originally Posted by
Widgets
To MSPeconomist out there...
If the FAA banned baggage fees (2 bags 50 lbs) so that all airlines would have to internalize the cost into fares, would passengers be less likely to go overboard with carry-on bags?
I'm not MSPeconomist, but from my experience is that it depends. On busniess routes, carry-on space would still be a premium. Business travelers look at it as time, not money for the most part. For leisure routes, you could board last and there would be plenty of bin space
However, I'm against internalizing the cost of baggage into the fare. I like the current system of paying only for the services you need. I think it's fair.