Today in the WSJ they were discussing how few "free" seats are left on airplanes anymore. As in, it doesn't require an additional fee to reserve them since they are not special or preferred. Don't want a middle seat? Be prepared to pay for an exit row, aisle or window. They suggested that once you see what the upcharge is, consider doing premium econ instead.
The joys of flying economy ...
But even after paying for a seat and paying to check a bag, the (inflation-adjusted) cost of flying continues its 40-year downward trend.
Hmmm. I flew RT on Delta, arriving back in France on Saturday, and I didn't pay for any of my seats. (I fly Main Economy.)
"I don't think the confusion between coach plus and premium economy will ever go away. "
I know it took me quite a while to understand that there was a difference. It was finally brought home when I flew to Japan on Delta, and they had both on the plane!
