Continental Airlines, the nation's fourth-largest airline, will join other carriers in charging some economy-class passengers a $15 fee for checking a first bag. The policy applies to tickets purchased as of Friday, Sept. 5 for travel after October...

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Continental Airlines Inc. said it will charge some coach customers $15 for the first checked bag after determining the fee didn't erode demand at other carriers and would help counter elevated fuel costs. The policy applies immediately for...
The $15 is for each flight, meaning there is a $30 charge round-trip. Bags that exceed weight and size restrictions could be subject to additional fees, the airline said. Houston-based Continental said the fee wouldn't apply to elite members of...
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