Basic Economy Fares Don't Lower Ticket Prices, They Increase Ticket Prices

Re:Basic Economy Fares Don't Lower Ticket Prices, They Incre... by ericd on Tuesday January 03, 2017 @12:21PM (#13310799)

I mainly meant to say that it's a ridiculous idea to suggest business/first class as a solution to basic needs given the absolutely insane pricing structure. Obviously reality makes it impossible for everyone to enjoy exactly the same advantages, regardless of their in-born traits.

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Re:Basic Economy Fares Don't Lower Ticket Prices, They Incre... by blowski on Tuesday January 03, 2017 @12:56PM (#13311191)

So it depends how you define "basic needs". For me, this is a "nice-to-have" which might be skewed by my being average height and build. Those above average height, especially those who fly frequently, are more likely to consider it a basic need.

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Re:Basic Economy Fares Don't Lower Ticket Prices, They Incre... by ericd on Tuesday January 03, 2017 @01:05PM (#13311281)

I would define the basic needs for a very tall person on a 6 hour flight to include the ability to keep their limbs within their allotted space.

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