10 Ways to Avoid Airline Fees

10 Ways to Avoid Airline Fees By Alicia Jao | U.S.News & World Report LP – Thu, May 31, 2012 11:19 AM EDT According to the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics, annual U.S. baggage fees and ticket cancellation and change fees continue to generate roughly $3.4 billion and $2.4 billion, respectively, for U.S. airlines. Despite this consistent stream of revenue, the airlines continue to charge travelers more fees. Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air, the most notorious airlines for charging fees, [...]