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American Soldiers Pay Baggage Fees On The Way To The Battlefield

It appears that American Airlines may be involved in an un-American practice. This from The Washington Times:

“American Airlines is charging troops for their extra baggage, a practice that forces soldiers heading for a war zone in Iraq to try to get reimbursement from the military. One of the country’s largest veterans groups is asking the aviation industry to drop the practice immediately.”

Read the entire article at:
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2008/aug/12/soldiers-pay-bag-fee-on-travel-to-war/

2 comments to American Soldiers Pay Baggage Fees On The Way To The Battlefield

  • Margaret O'Brien

    I just received your mailing and am happy to donate $ to your organization.

    Thank you for caring for our brave soldiers who were injured so severely after fighting for our country USA and God Bless you.

    Margaret O’Brien Schy

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