I recently had a business trip that required arrangements for air travel with very short notice. Having not traveled much over the past year because of the pandemic, I was a little thrown off at how some airlines were now handling charges. Apparently, these days, “basic” plane tickets do not come with any baggage allowance, both check-in, as well as even over-head. In addition, if you want to reserve a seat in advance, that too is not part of a standard fare anymore. Should you bring luggage onto the plane, they will charge you, and if you wish not to get the worst seat on the plane (like, in front of the bathrooms) – that too costs extra. Also, expect to board the aircraft last unless you pay to upgrade.