Cranky on the Web: Fares Up, Bag Fees Up


Are flights getting more expensive because of the Iran war?USA Today

It was a twofer with USA Today this week. First, are flights getting more expensive because of the war? Well, yes, but mostly because of that pesky jet fuel price that has risen because of the war.


All major airlines raised checked bag fees again. Get used to itUSA Today

Fares can only go up so much, but airlines want more to cover costs. Bag fees? That hasn’t been touched in a couple of years, so why not take a swing at those too.


Panel Discussion on AirlinesSchwab Network

I was asked to join a short six minute panel discussion about what’s happening in the industry.

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