dmoss 0 Posted November 18, 2005 I don't recall seeing this in the forum before...it so, forgive the repeat. Effective October 1, 2005 American Airlines has lowered it's 'free' weight restriction to 50 pounds, down from 70 pounds. There is a $25 charge for any bag from 50 to 70 pounds. There are details in the new rules. Here is American's announcement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
segal3 0 Posted November 18, 2005 I'm not sure if this is a 'change', but I noticed something that makes things a little better: For flights wholly within the United States and between the United States and Canada The maximum weight per carry-on bag is 40 lbs/18 kgs. ... For flights to international destinations The maximum weight per carry-on bag is 40 lbs/18 kgs. ~Matt Segal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rocha 0 Posted November 18, 2005 It is a trend among all airlines in the US. Continental did the same recently: http://wetpixel.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=10395 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
