Originally Posted by
Yoshi212
there is some merit to a minimum standard action by the DOT and corresponding government bodies to prevent airlines from going full capitalist monster. Basic Economy isn't necessarily a bad thing. It's a deep discount product with very limited options and many restrictions. If it doesn't fit for you don't buy it.
How much free choice and open market do you not like?
Originally Posted by
DCP2016
As far as Basic Economy, it is a scam to make more money. Between 2008-2016 when I did large amounts of flying I remember regular economy tickets being $90-$130 one way on the various routes I've flown. On those same routes/airlines today, those prices are still there, only those are now the Basic Economy prices. The regular economy fares are now +$30 domestically, so now I am paying $120-$160 for those same tickets.
So prices fluctuating and going up over time, subject to market demands, is now a scam?
At this point I'm all for the legacy carriers going to the ULCC "a la carte" model, at least I can add all of my extras along with paying a decent airfare price. Not paying $160 for a one-way economy ticket that doesn't include a decent seat or a checked bag.
So you're OK with the free market until it hits $160? Are you suggest the US Government implement the "DCP2106 Highest Allowed Fare Act of 2019"?