Just as we suspected, the $15 first checked bag fee epidemic is spreading like a bad case of the flu. After United’s announcement yesterday, US Airways followed suit and said it will also implement the first checked bag fee starting July 9.

But US Airways was not content to be just a mere fee follower. Oh no. It stepped forward to become the first major U.S. carrier to begin charging for non-alcoholic beverages in economy cabins on domestic flights, as reported in this story from the Baltimore Sun. Come August, should you need to wet your whistle at 33,000 feet, it’ll cost you $2. And that’s not the only fee.

Others include increases in the fees for alcoholic drinks ($7), frequent flier award bookings ($50, wow!!) and phone bookings ($25-$35).

US Airways Beverage Fees

US Airways Baggage Fees

Tags: Airline Fees

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