Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As an avgeek and frequent traveler, I usually have a pretty good sense of when my carry-on bag isn’t going to make it with me onto ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The cost of flying, like most things, is going up. “Fuel has gone up quite a bit. That’s a big component of our costs when we’re ...

Southwest is sunsetting another beloved perk. The airline on Tuesday said it will end its decades-old free bag check policy – another break from tradition as the company tries to ward off advances ...

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Home Bargains is selling a £6.99 bag 'perfect for weekend getaways or short trips'. Designed for airline passengers, the bag could be better than a check-in case for travellers who don't want the ...

Let’s be honest, there are plenty of reasons to only travel with carry-on luggage. In addition to lost and damaged suitcases becoming a seemingly regular occurrence these days, it also requires a lot ...

Gate-checking luggage is primarily due to limited overhead bin space or smaller aircraft. Passengers should be aware of aircraft type and boarding position to anticipate potential gate-checking. Treat ...

The cost of flying, like most things, is going up. “Fuel has gone up quite a bit. That’s a big component of our costs when we’re carrying bags,” Scott Chandler, American’s senior vice president of ...

Cruising Altitude is a weekly column about air travel. Have a suggestion for a future topic? Fill out the form or email me at the address at the bottom of this page. As an avgeek and frequent traveler ...