BA Excess baggage Charge

Posted in Air Travel News, Travel by Jeff on the February 19th, 2007

With the much publicised news surrounding BA’s recently introduced ‘excess baggage’ charge, it seems that things haven’t been going as planned for BA.

It has recently been reported that BA have delayed the new charge and will use its discretion until October of this year. A spokesman for BA has stated that “This is not a back-down, it is a transition period. We realise people might not have heard about the changes.”

The new excess baggage charge that was introduced for all departures on or after the 1st February 2007 could add an additional £60.00 on a return domestic flight, £120.00 on European flights and a staggering £240.00 on long haul return flights.

Much criticism has been made over the new policy and questions asked as to how the elderly, disabled or infirm are supposed to carry the maximum allowed weight allocation in one bag.

Before travelling, make some enquiries as you may be able to find some helpful check-in tips that could save you some time, money and hassle at the BA desk.

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