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Passengers Vent Frustrations As Airlines Pocket $1.7 Billion In Baggage Fees

Not only did a new government report say passengers will have fewer options when it comes to airlines and flights from which to choose, it also found airlines are making record profits from baggage fees.

2012/09/26

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Airlines Collected $3.4 Billion In Baggage Fees In 2010

In 2010, the major airlines made a combined $2.6 billion in profits, less than they collected in bag fees.

2011/06/14

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New Federal Rules Hold Airlines Accountable For Tarmac Waits, Hidden Fees

New federal rules could mean airlines will soon be paying you. The skies could become a little friendlier under new federal rules announced Wednesday.

2011/04/20

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