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Airlines initially said they would charge for luggage only when oil prices were high, but they continue to charge even when oil prices are not high.
Airlines continue to charge for luggage even though oil prices are not currently high. The initial claim by airlines regarding charges linked to high oil prices appears unfounded in current practice. Bag fees are common across airlines, and charges vary based on class and membership, unrelated to oil prices.
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Airlines said they would only charge for luggage when oil prices were high.
No specific data confirms airlines' past statements tying luggage fees directly to oil prices. Though oil prices were a factor in cost decisions, airlines typically maintain fees for reasons beyond fuel costs.
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Airlines still charge for luggage even though oil prices are not high.
Current policies show airlines charge for luggage unrelated to oil prices, with fees varying based on the airline, class, and specific conditions like excess weight.
