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British Airways halves free baggage allowance

London, UK - Economy passengers may carry only one bag instead of two

British Airways economy class (World Traveller) long-haul flights' (except to Brazil, Ghana, Kenya and Nigeria) passengers will not be allowed anymore to carry two free bags but will only have the chance to carry one. The new regulation will be effective starting October 7 and is part of the carrier's plans to face the economical downturn. "The change would save fuel by reducing aircraft weight",...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1107973
Rome, Italy, 08/03/2009 15:20
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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