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American Airlines is the fifth US carrier to increase checked-bag fees in the last 10 days.
American Airlines will charge AAdvantage status holders for seat selection and checked bags.
KEY POINTS
- Checked bag fees for basic economy on American Airlines rise to $55 for the first bag.
- Fee increases are attributed to jet fuel shortages caused by the Strait of Hormuz closure.
- Southwest Airlines has ended its two free checked bags policy and raised fees.
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