90
True
International
Airlines did not used to charge for luggage.
Airlines began charging baggage fees in 2008, primarily to offset rising fuel costs. Before 2008, most baggage was included as part of the ticket price.
Individual Claims
90
True
Travel
Airlines did not used to charge for luggage.
Baggage fees were introduced in 2008 as a new revenue source due to rising costs in the airline industry. Before this, checked baggage was included in ticket prices.
