the change fee of $250 per way is to exorbitant.  all they have to do is do it on the computer, which takes about 2 minutes.  the seat that is released can easily be sold to someone else, at maybe a higher fare.  this is a big rip-off by the airlines. further, the meals in the coach cabin are so meager and cheap, would rather purchase a meal and bring it on board.  HA is really taking advantage of the traveler and will not stop.  wish there was another local airline.