This blog contains posts and comments written by students in Dr. Tufte's economics classes at Southern Utah University.
4/05/2006
Free Pretzels?
I recently read an article that discussed the disappearance of “free” concessions and meals on flights. Instead of offering a free snack, airlines have been charging for such extras as has long been done with alcohol. This has been particularly apparent on domestic flights. Some passengers have been upset by this change; however, many airlines have continued with these changes. This is likely a result of the fact that consumers are more concerned with the price of the ticket and not the extras the airline offers. Why do you fly with a certain airline?
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I would actually be pretty mad if I was charged for pretzels and a third of a can of soday. I understand charging for meals, but the small extras do make a difference for passengers' enjoyment. For myself, I choose an airline based on the ticket price, but I also look at my past flights with that airline. I would rather choose a flight where I know I will be comfortable and taken care of than charged for a bag of peanuts.
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