Senate report slams airlines for raking in billions in seat fees
Senate report slams airlines for raking in billions in seat fees
Between 2018 and 2023 American, Delta, United, Spirit and Frontier brought in $12.4 billion in seating fees, including for seats with extra legroom.
Summary
Between 2018 and 2023, major airlines collected $12.4 billion in seating fees, with United surpassing checked bag fee revenue in 2023.
The Biden administration has prioritized eliminating junk fees, including seat selection fees, which have become a significant source of revenue for airlines.
Budget airlines Spirit and Frontier have been criticized for paying gate agents to enforce bag policies and collect fees.
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I can't WAIT until Republicans take Over and we don't have to Hear about this again because they WONT do ANYTHING to Protect Us! DEREGULATE THE AIRLINES!