United adds fee for checking a second bag  Let the 2008 airline
industry nickel-and-diming begin. United announced it will begin
charging non-elite economy class passengers for checking more
than one bag. The $25 fee is limited to passengers with
nonrefundable domestic economy-class tickets who don't have
Premier status or higher in the airline's frequent flier program
or Silver status or higher with a Star Alliance partner.  If
you're flying on the same reservation as a Mileage Plus Premier
or Star Alliance Silver or Gold member, you won't have to pay
the fee. You can also avoid the charge if you bought your ticket
before February 4 and will fly before May 5, or if you're on a
flight purchased through but not operated by United. You can
find more details in the policy FAQ.   Reuters reports the move
could make the airline $100 million dollars per year "as the
carrier attempts to offset soaring fuel costs." If fare hikes
were the name of the game in 2007, will 2008 be the year in
which industry giants match o