Virgin America CEO pitches unbundling baggage fees at conference
San Francisco based Virgin America CEO David Cush argues baggage charges are backward, calling for unbundling including free overhead space while charging for the belly. At the Phoenix symposium, executives say ancillary revenue will continue but anticipate no major new fees soon as airlines ride record profits.
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Airlines weigh seat reservation fees amid fee-for-every-service plan
Major airlines consider charging for advance seat reservations and expanding paid options as a path to higher revenue. United and Southwest executives discuss pricing variations by flight and service, while Spirit and Allegiant are already imposing many extra charges. Delta and American test bare-bones, Basic Economy with limited perks, aiming to match customer choice. Travelers lean toward mobile self-service. airlines plan heavy automation to ease processes. Gilbertson reports on Now Departing.
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Southwest Airlines
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Delta
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Honest travel tales and the truth about deceit in tourism
A look at why travelers and travel suppliers bend facts as America kicks off summer travel. Surveys place Americans near the bottom for hotel room theft while stories reveal misrepresentations about accessibility and discounts. Experts call for honesty and accountability across the industry.
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Do pilots need sunglasses for glare and sun safety
Questions from readers about sunglasses, sun glare, and glare management. Answers explain sunshades and sunglasses reduce glare at cruising altitude where pilots rely less on outside vision.
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