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As predicted the day before yesterday, United Airlines has increased its baggage fees to $25 for the first bag and $35 for the second. This brings them in line with Delta Air Lines and Continental who increased their baggage charges earlier this month. USAirways added to their fees last month.
The only holdout among the legacy carriers is American Airlines, who is expected to announce their increase imminently. American was actually the leader in the original baggage fee frenzy.
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The airlines have a lot to be thankful about these days. Though airline executives are moaning, airline workers are groaning and passengers are more vocal than ever with their complaints, it could be worse. Here are 12 things that the airlines can be thankful for in 2009. Some issues are good for both the airlines and the passengers, however, it is the passengers who are still getting the short end of the stick.
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While Delta announced a reduction in award-ticket fuel surcharges, a drop in the telephone reservation fee and the elimination of the curbside check-in fee, they add a first-checked-bag fee. In the end customers lose.
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