American revamps bag fee policy

American Airlines Inc. is raising baggage fees for certain international fliers.

A new policy of checking in one bag for free and paying $50 to check in a second piece of luggage impacts certain travelers who are flying to particular locations in Europe, India and the United States.

Fort Worth, Texas-based AMR Corp. (NYSE: AMR) said the new policy impacts certain types of economy-class tickets purchased on or after Sept. 14. The changes will affect passengers on transatlantic flights from or through India, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Spain and Switzerland.

American Airlines Inc., a subsidiary of AMR Corp., said certain members of the American AAdvantage program and oneWorld Alliance Emerald, Sapphire or Ruby members will not have to pay for a second bag.

Active U.S. military also are exempt, as well a passengers booked in first and business class cabins. link....