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August 14, 2008

UPDATE II — More on Military Bag Fees

It seems American Airlines’ decision to drop its 3rd checked-bag fee for military personnel is proving popular. As we told you yesterday, United Airlines quickly matched this action, and waived its fee for the service men and women. And now this from Northwest Airlines: “Waiving the fee for a 3rd checked-bag for military personnel traveling on Northwest Airlines is under consideration.” We’ll let you know what they, and others, decide.