Major airlines pledge no carry-on-baggage fees

Five major airlines have pledged not to charge for carry-on baggage, Sen. Charles Schumer told CNN. His announcement follows Spirit Airlines’ decision two weeks ago to begin charging up to $45 to stow luggage in overhead bins.

Schumer was able to personally secure commitments from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, United Airlines and US Airways, according to the network.

“We have begun to put the brakes on runaway and out-of-control airline fees,” Schumer told CNN. “I am pleased some of the major carriers have responded to our efforts and have agreed not to charge for something that has always been free.” Check out CNN.com for the full story.

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