South Florida Sun-Sentinel

There have been the predictable howls with the announcement that Miramar-based Spirit Airlines will start charging $10 for checking a second bag starting Saturday.

Some Spirit passengers are upset. The South Florida Sun-Sentinel online message board had some people wondering if pay toilets were next.

Folks, get a grip. We are talking about a discount airline here. They offer some one-way fares for as low as a penny, a nickel or 32 cents, with taxes and fees additional. If the airline feels it can help keep its normal fares in the discount range by charging for the extra bag, it sounds reasonable.

Hopefully, the baggage charge won't cause hassles with carry-on bags, creating crowded aisles and even more crowded overhead compartments. Remember, we are talking about an airplane, not a bus.

As for the ten bucks charge, the marketplace will decide if it's reasonable. And the toilets are still free.

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