If you're someone who isn't traveling for long, or you just can't master the skills to pack everything you need into a small suitcase, then when you're flying you most likely take advantage of a free carry-on. Unfortunately, not all of America's airlines offer free carry-ons for their passengers. Thankfully, American Airlines just announced that they'll be officially ending their carry-on ban for Basic Economy travelers. Keep reading to find out more!
This past week, American Airlines CEO Doug Parker made the big announcement that the airline company would finally be ending its ban on Basic Economy carry-ons. A change that will go into effect on September 5th this year, travelers with Basic Economy tickets will be allowed to bring on one free carry-on bag instead of the usually small item that they can fit underneath the seats.
The only downside to this announcement is that when flying with American Airlines, Basic Economy passengers board last - meaning that by the time you get on board the plane, there may not be any room left in the overhead bins for your carry-on. With this announcement also comes the realization that now United Airlines is the last American airline company to have a ban on carry-on items for its cheapest-fare passengers.
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