"Major U.S. Airlines Increase Checked Bag Fees in Unison"

JetBlue has raised its checked luggage fees for U.S., Latin America, Caribbean, and Canada flights, with the cost for the first checked bag within 24 hours of departure increasing to $45 for certain fare types. The airline also increased fees for second checked bags and has additional charges for third and subsequent bags. JetBlue cited increased costs due to factors such as higher wages and fuel costs, and emphasized the need to cover these expenses and return to profitability.