NO MORE FREE WATER ON US AIR

CAN FLYING GET ANY MORE HUMILIATING?

The really rotten thing is that since the airlines now charge for checked bags, or some only for your second checked bag, everyone is bringing on larger carry-ons in an attempt to beat these new baggage charges. Since flights are being cancelled if they aren't they are full, every flight is jammed and gone are the days of crashing out in a couple extra seats in that middle row. But the full flights also mean reduced overhead luggage space. I've seen (and been in) fights breaking out over these coveted overhead bins. I feel sorry for the flight attendants.

VIA HUFFPO:

Charging for checked luggage and legroom isn’t enough for some carriers — starting today, coach passengers flying aboard US Airways Inc. must pay for a drink of water.

This morning, US Airways began charging fliers $2 for bottled water and sodas and $1 for teas and coffees. First class members, trans-Atlantic passengers and a select group of others are exempt from the extra fees.

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