US Airways has announced it will match United Airlines’ increase of $50 on ticket change fees. I find this unsurprising since US Airways tends to be very opportunistic with fees.  In fact, I would regard US Airways as the leader in developing fees and arguably one of the most successful airlines in implementing them.

Will this mean that American Airlines will adopt such a thing?  No, not necessarily.  Once the two airlines blend together, the analysis will ultimately be based on what’s best given the combined customers the new airline has.

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