A look at what you're getting into by buying a basic economy ticket, and the implications these fares have on the aviation ...

The alternative concept is universal basic capital (UBC). This is a better fit for the digital economy of the future. It ...

Main cabin seating on a JetBlue plane. A basic economy flight ticket is typically cheaper and more restrictive than a main cabin ticket. Perks like seat selection and luggage allowances may not be ...

No matter where you're heading, everyone wants to find the most comfortable seat on a flight. And while you might hope for the best with a free upgrade, anyone flying on United Airlines still has to ...

With the average airfare over $300, and up almost 10% in 2025, a basic economy ticket may look tempting. Shannon Nesmith is OK with flying as cheaply as possible. “I think it’s a good thing if you are ...

Basic Economy fares can save you $50 to $75 over the cost of a standard airfare. But one major airline will now charge you ...

Humanity remains in the dark about so many great mysteries. What is consciousness? Are we the only intelligent life in the cosmos? And what’s the difference between main cabin and basic economy ...

Basic economy tickets – airlines' cheapest fare option – are rife with restrictions Some airlines have other labels for these tickets, like "Blue Basic" or "saver" fares. With airline ticket prices on ...

We took basic economy flights on Delta Air Lines and American Airlines. Here's how they compared, from the seats and snacks ...

I flew with JetBlue from NYC to Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, in an EvenMore seat. JetBlue's EvenMore rows are premium economy seats with extra legroom. I booked basic economy and was upgraded ...