Rheinmetall reports “boom” as results hit new records with orders for vehicles, ammunition and weapons
Rheinmetall is riding high as Europe scrambles to boost its defence forces and replenish spent stockpiles sent to Ukraine.
Virgin America alters bag charges
Virgin America has announced changes to its baggage fees with a $5 increase for each checked bag after any allowances have been taken into account.
For all bookings made on or after 12 February 2010, for travel on or after 1 March 2010, the airline has changed its baggage fee to a flat $25 rate for all checked items (excluding the first and second bag for First Class travellers; and the first bag for Main Cabin Select and Main Cabin Refundable Fare travellers). Previously, the airline's fee was $20 for these checked items. Virgin America maintains one of the most generous first bag weight limits in the industry – up to 70 lb.
Passengers who bought before 12 February or who book and travel before 1 March 2010, will be charged per the airline's previous bag fee rate. Checked bag charges can be paid when during check-in at airport kiosks, on-line or at any airport ticket counter.
All weight and size policies remain the same, and the airline's carry-on baggage policy has not changed.
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