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Warning: More airline fees are on the way!

Carriers are experimenting with dynamic charges for luggage and more

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Christopher Elliott
Mar 12, 2023
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When it comes to airline fees, what will they think of next? 

Passengers like Gregg Jaden think they've seen the future, and they don't like it. On a recent flight from Bali to Bangkok, he tried to board with an overweight bag. 

He says Thai Airways demanded $500 for an extra 40 pounds of luggage.

"My flight only cost $15…

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