Arrr, me hearty! Will the hefty scallywags be coughin' up more doubloons for their shipshape bulk?
2025-02-21
Avast, me hearties! A squabble brews on the high seas of air travel! Should scallywags pay fer the poundage they be packin', to lighten the load and save some doubloons on fuel? Arrr, I reckon the heavier crew be givin' the plane a proper workout!
Ahoy there, me hearties! Gather 'round as I spin ye a yarn 'bout the curious ways of the skies! 'Twas in the year of our Lord 2008 when American Airlines first hoisted the Jolly Roger on checked bags, demandin' a hearty $15 doubloon for the privilege. Soon, all manner of sea-farin’ carriers followed suit, turnin' the skies into a treasure hunt for pennies!But hold tight, for a new tempest brews! In 2013, Samoa Air dared to weigh its passengers like fish at market, charg'n based on their heft. A brave venture, but alas, it sunk like a lead anchor. Now, Finnair be askin' ye to step on the scales at Helsinki, gatherin' secrets of thy weight to fine-tune their ships for the future.
A recent survey amongst landlubbers revealed many lighter souls fancy this idea, while the stout of heart growled in protest. Yet nearly half of 'em stout chaps be open to it! Fairness be the worryin' word, as many fear the scales might tip unfairly.
So, what say ye? Should airlines weigh ye like a sack of potatoes to save the planet's breath, or be there smarter ways to keep the skies green? Speak yer mind, me mateys! Arrr!