Originally Posted by
BigFlyer
However, KLM/AF is now implementing "Light" fares, where elites no longer will have a free checked bag. My guess is that more passengers will now attempt to bring on steamer trunk size carry-on to avoid the checked luggage fee.
This is incorrect.
Light fares have already been introduced; Elite members retain their normal baggage privileges.
Flying Blue privileges
Flying Blue Elite - and Elite Plus members keep the advantages of their tier level. They can always bring one extra piece of check-in baggage for free. So, when choosing the ‘Light’ fare, they may still check in one bag at no extra cost. With ‘Standard’ or ‘Standard +’, they can bring a piece of check-in baggage on top of the one included in these ticket options.