Let’s take a CONSERVATE approach to airlines. Where is it written that an airline needs TWO pilots and flight attendants? OK, probably in some FAA regulation. However for a reasonable “fee” there are some Senators and Congressmen and maybe a judge or two or six that can change those regulations in favor of the industry.
AI is making great strides. The monorail connecting the terminals isn’t the only thing at the airport that doesn’t need a crew.
Let’s make American air carriers competitive – more profits for the company which will undoubtedly result in lower fares for the passengers.
Why are airlines doing all the add-ons even though customers don’t like it? One possible reason is that airlines pay taxes/duty/etc. based on their ticket prices, which does not include add-ons. Everything a passenger selects separately is “tax-free.” Granted, there is a huge problem with fuel prices jumping all over, but the business model that most airlines use doesn’t seem to have changed much in the last 60 years even though commercial air travel has gone from rare and exclusive to where over 90% of Americans have flown in 2022.
I recently was comparing airline ticket pricing online for a trip to the U.S. I found it very enlightening that when you do a complete breakdown of all the charges – tickets, seating, travel time, stops, baggage, etc. – the total price for flying on one of the so-called budget airlines was higher!
People are deluding themselves if they think they are getting a bargain flying on any commercial airline. They should be looking for which one will give them more bang for their buck.
If this was LAX, there would be charges for 4 shuttle buses to take you to different parts of the terminal while construction is going on, and rescanning your baggage each time.
Had to fly to a funeral last week on very short notice. I spent more money that one day on airlines tickets than I have ever spent on any other single day in my life.
Forget #3. It’s just a scam; it never happens. Luckily this is not a Chinese airline: one from column “A” and three from column “B”. Dim sum will bankrupt you.
There are a couple of airlines that do a la cart. I’ve flown them. It was literally $39 for a ticket. one fee for carry ones, another fee for check-in luggage. The seat was uncomfortable at any price (with no upgrade), though for a fee you could get longer leg room. After all was said and done, it was not much cheaper than the other guys.
kanoyume 12 months ago
Honestly, if you’re willing to D.B. Cooper it, this airline’s not too bad.
C 12 months ago
Take off, eh
sirbadger 12 months ago
If half of the passengers pay for landing, what happens?
Scorpio Premium Member 12 months ago
That menu kind of reminds me of what people has told me about Ryan Air.
Imagine 12 months ago
Pilots cost extra.
Cactus-Pete 12 months ago
I don’t get this. Most airlines already do this, just with other “extras”.
wallylm 12 months ago
Ah, but where’s the line item where they pay you if they overbook the plane?
Bilan 12 months ago
What happens if you buy a landing, but not a take off?
The dude from FL (not bragging) Premium Member 12 months ago
What is the pilot drinking?
SHIVA 12 months ago
Actually, that’s not a bad idea!! It would cut down on long lines, irate customers, and cancelled flights!!!!
Ermine Notyours 12 months ago
Mad Magazine December 1975. “Future No-Frills Airline Gimmicks.”
https://www.madcoversite.com/mad179-12.html
Tigrisan Premium Member 12 months ago
I dunno. The take-off should be the higher cost. The landing is virtually guaranteed, one way or another.
potfarmer 12 months ago
I’ll take the D.B. Cooper special.
sandpiper 12 months ago
They also don’t mention the extra for finding your luggage or what you will pay for transportation to and from the Unclaimed Luggage store in Alabama.
fencie 12 months ago
Flighty Airlines.
Zebrastripes 12 months ago
Like any place of business, these days, they nickel and dime you to death.
Adolf Trump 12 months ago
When my honey feels like a trip, we go to the market.
She likes to remember when we were young, had money and could eat anything. Ah, youth!
Nebulous Premium Member 12 months ago
That fee for landing is fraudulent. ALL planes land…not a single plane is still hovering over the ground after its fuel tanks are empty.
SAFELY landing is a different thing, and might be a legitimate expense.
ajr58(1) 12 months ago
Looks like Frontier Airlines changed its name.
The Old Wolf 12 months ago
“Cheap flights, cheap flights, you’re harking on to me, You’re an eejit if you think a fecking flight is 50p!”
Prey 12 months ago
All airplanes land eventually, you are paying for the condition and site.
dflak 12 months ago
Ah! American Airlines.
aussie399 Premium Member 12 months ago
Don’t laugh. The add ons menu grows daily with airlines and restaurants
FassEddie 12 months ago
If I pay $75, can you fly low over my ex’s house?
dflak 12 months ago
Let’s take a CONSERVATE approach to airlines. Where is it written that an airline needs TWO pilots and flight attendants? OK, probably in some FAA regulation. However for a reasonable “fee” there are some Senators and Congressmen and maybe a judge or two or six that can change those regulations in favor of the industry.
AI is making great strides. The monorail connecting the terminals isn’t the only thing at the airport that doesn’t need a crew.
Let’s make American air carriers competitive – more profits for the company which will undoubtedly result in lower fares for the passengers.
/s
[Traveler] Premium Member 12 months ago
There’s a saying in aviation: takeoffs are optional, landings are mandatory
goboboyd 12 months ago
The same Ed and Edna from SCTV? ‘So come on down!’
Owhatadoc Premium Member 12 months ago
I would trade landing for LEGROOM. My last cross-country trip I should have brought bungee cords to strap my knees to my chest.
garcoa 12 months ago
You should see what they charge for going to the lavatory if you don’t pre-book.
tcummings1952 12 months ago
Hold out till they have 2 for the price of 1 special
NeedaChuckle Premium Member 12 months ago
Air is another extra.
backyardcowboy 12 months ago
Shouldn’t it be: “Successful landing on runway”?
GreenT267 12 months ago
Why are airlines doing all the add-ons even though customers don’t like it? One possible reason is that airlines pay taxes/duty/etc. based on their ticket prices, which does not include add-ons. Everything a passenger selects separately is “tax-free.” Granted, there is a huge problem with fuel prices jumping all over, but the business model that most airlines use doesn’t seem to have changed much in the last 60 years even though commercial air travel has gone from rare and exclusive to where over 90% of Americans have flown in 2022.
Will E. Makeit Premium Member 12 months ago
catching the Spirit…
Linguist 12 months ago
I recently was comparing airline ticket pricing online for a trip to the U.S. I found it very enlightening that when you do a complete breakdown of all the charges – tickets, seating, travel time, stops, baggage, etc. – the total price for flying on one of the so-called budget airlines was higher!
People are deluding themselves if they think they are getting a bargain flying on any commercial airline. They should be looking for which one will give them more bang for their buck.
sleepyhead 12 months ago
How much do you tip the TSA guy?
mindjob 12 months ago
If this was LAX, there would be charges for 4 shuttle buses to take you to different parts of the terminal while construction is going on, and rescanning your baggage each time.
mindjob 12 months ago
But they should deduct charges for every time some foul-mouthed TSA agent says anything
FireMedic 12 months ago
Take off is optional, landing is mandatory.
vaughnrl2003 Premium Member 12 months ago
I’m still waiting for the pay toilets on airplanes.
mistercatworks 12 months ago
Had to fly to a funeral last week on very short notice. I spent more money that one day on airlines tickets than I have ever spent on any other single day in my life.
KEA 12 months ago
Ordering a plane ticket these days is like ordering a car in the 60s before “packages” became common. (oldies like me know what I’m talking about)
Stan McSerr 12 months ago
Yes, Spirit Airlines. And their employess do it with a scowl and a “whatta ya want!!”.
Calvins Brother 12 months ago
$50.00 a bag to retrieve your bag from the carousel.
timbob2313 Premium Member 12 months ago
Excellent strip today Wiley. Thanks for the laugh
Eric Thom Premium Member 12 months ago
Sorry don’t get the joke, this is reality now.
Darth Nefarius 12 months ago
Can you carry on parachutes? Or are those extra & not allowed to be carry on like food?
Flatworm 12 months ago
Wait a moment… Isn’t that how it is routinely these days?
ObsiWan Premium Member 12 months ago
Is this the natural evolution of deregulation?
anomaly 12 months ago
Spirit Airlines: We’ll probably get you there.
Bill D. Kat Premium Member 12 months ago
Checking in for my flight . . . I told the agent, “Send one of my bags to New York, send one to LA, and send one to Miami.”
She told me, “I’m sorry sir but we can’t do that!”
I told her, “Why not? You did it last week!”
R.I.P., Henny Youngman. We miss you.
willie_mctell 12 months ago
I once made the mistake of putting my meds in a checked suitcase.
dabishton Premium Member 12 months ago
This is the next step for Frontier.
jstpluto666 12 months ago
Forget #3. It’s just a scam; it never happens. Luckily this is not a Chinese airline: one from column “A” and three from column “B”. Dim sum will bankrupt you.
iplussed 12 months ago
Must be Frontier
christelisbetty 12 months ago
Note:No food on the menu.
198.23.5.11 12 months ago
The problem isn’t the price of the ticket,it’s getting the plane off the ground in the first place.
Your flight has been cancelled—-find a hard park bench to sleep on,we don’t wanna know where you are.
eboosler Premium Member 12 months ago
Brilliant and probably prescient. Ruh roh!
Richard S Russell Premium Member 12 months ago
Looks like the customers are also a la carte — doesn’t seem to be very many of them. I wonder why.
6turtle9 12 months ago
Bendover Airlines.
Laurie Stoker Premium Member 12 months ago
Now I’m feeling a lot better about my Southwest flight tomorrow!
bakana 12 months ago
I don’t see the Parachute fee listed for passengers who decide to Skip the Landing option.
kenneth.sanger 11 months ago
There are a couple of airlines that do a la cart. I’ve flown them. It was literally $39 for a ticket. one fee for carry ones, another fee for check-in luggage. The seat was uncomfortable at any price (with no upgrade), though for a fee you could get longer leg room. After all was said and done, it was not much cheaper than the other guys.