airline CEOs defend carry-on baggage fees

Appearing before MPs, airline CEOs defend carry-on baggage fees
Airline CEOs defended carry-on baggage fees as they faced questions from MPs on the House transport committee on Friday.
Airline execs testify on baggage fees; say reforms needed to lower travel costs
Canadian airline executives in the hot seat over carry-on bag fees say the federal government needs to reform this country’s aviation system if it wants travel to become more affordable.
Biggest changes coming to airlines in 2025: New baggage fees, carry-on policies and more updated rules
Many airlines are making big adjustments in 2025, including updated baggage fees, carry-on policies and general rules.
Airline CEO Calls Passengers Trying to Avoid Carry-On Fees 'Shoplifters'
Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle drew attention the day before the Senate held a hearing this week on airline practices, calling passengers who evade carry-on baggage fees "shoplifters."
Airline executives blasted at Senate hearing over carrier fees
Lawmakers accuse airline executives of gouging travelers with "junk" fees. Carriers say they give people options.
Air Canada’s new baggage fees spark government backlash
However, from 3 January 2025, passengers will now have to pay $35 Canadian dollars (£19.40) for one bag and $50 (£27.70) for a second, although the personal items – such as a purse or a computer bag – will remain free to bring in the cabin.
Air Canada CEO to address lawmakers on carry-on baggage fees
The CEO of Air Canada will address a Canadian parliamentary committee on Friday about carry-on baggage fees, according to a meeting notice, after Canada's largest carrier this month announced new charges for some passengers.
MPs set to question airline CEOs on carry-on baggage fees
Four airline CEOs will face questions about carry-on baggage fees when they appear before of the House of Commons transport committee today.
Canadian airline executives testify before parliamentary committee about bag fees
Canadian airline executives in the hot seat over carry-on bag fees say the federal government needs to reform this country's aviation system if it wants travel to become more affordable.
Air Canada introducing contested carry-on bag fee to stay competitive, executive says
Air Canada decided to introduce carry-on baggage fees for some customers to stay competitive with changing market forces in the country, a company executive told a parliamentary committee on Friday. Earlier this month,
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'Walking Piggy Banks To Be Shaken Down' – Airline Execs Face Backlash From Lawmakers For Soaring Fees And Miserable Passenger Experiences
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‘Junk Fees’ or ‘Unbundling’? Airlines and Senators Battle Over Added Costs.
At a congressional hearing on Wednesday, senators framed the tacked-on fees for passenger seats or bags as akin to extortion.
Hawley presents bill to prevent predatory airline fees
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Baggage fees across multiple airlines increasing in 2025: Peter Greenberg | Morning in America
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Travel expert Simon Calder issues warning to anyone flying from Manchester Airport over ‘concerning’ fees
Passengers could face fees of up to £65 if they don't follow strict rules and travellers are particularly at risk over the ...