Senate panel questions airline executives over "junk" fees

The video discusses the issue of extra fees charged by airlines for services like seat selection and baggage check. A Senate panel questioned airline executives about these 'junk fees,' expressing frustration over their impact on passengers. Despite a court ruling blocking a transparency rule, airlines continue to defend these fees as offering consumer choice. Experts advise consumers to shop around and ignore unnecessary fees to avoid extra costs.

What is the main concern of lawmakers regarding airline fees?

• The fees are decreasing airline profits.

• The fees are too low.

• The fees are not transparent.

• The fees are beneficial to consumers.

Which airlines were mentioned as having executives questioned in the Senate hearing?

• American, Frontier, Delta, Spirit, and United

• Southwest, JetBlue, Alaska, and Hawaiian

• British Airways, Lufthansa, Emirates, and Qatar

• Ryanair, EasyJet, AirAsia, and Norwegian

How much revenue did five airlines generate from seat fees between 2018 and 2023?

• $5.2 billion

• $8.7 billion

• $12.4 billion

• $15.6 billion

What is one strategy suggested to avoid paying extra fees when booking a flight?

• Always check in luggage.

• Book flights only on weekends.

• Ignore seat selection prompts.

• Always choose the first available seat.

What is the concept of 'unbundling' as defended by airline executives?

• Offering all services for a single price

• Charging separately for each service

• Providing free services to loyal customers

• Bundling services into a package deal