I'm kind of impressed by Spirit Airlines' new carry-on baggage fee.

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And it looks like Congress is too: http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-04-13/spirit-s-carry-on-bag-fees-draws-senate-bill-to-ban-practice.html

Carrying a bag onto a Spirit flight will cost passengers $45 at the gate, or $30 if paid in advance, starting in August

Even AirAsia and Ryanair haven't thought of that one...but I'm guessing they'll try now.

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[cerridwynn.livejournal.com]

I guess i assumed that small bags/purses would not cost extra -- that would be a bit ridiculous! But, then, perhaps not that unexpected these days...

And, sure, i agree with you about the unbundling. I guess i just feel that if they charge to check a bag -- which i have always viewed as the less convenient but far more responsible way to go -- then they should charge for a second carry-on as well.