United Charges For Second Bag

Wednesday, February 6, 2008

Unites Airlines will begin charging $25 for a second checked bag on select low-fare flights. What do you think?

Lindsay Pullman,
Systems Analyst
"I plan to get around that fee with extra-large pockets."

Daniel Castle,
Rehab Counselor
"At this rate, it would cost less to just buy my fireworks when I get there."

Warren Van Strauss,
Clam Digger
"Boy, these airlines will do anything to get your money, like charge you for labor and services."

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