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Monday, 8 March 2010

Stretching a point

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    Continental Airlines has joined the trend towards charging coach, or economy, passengers for seats with extra legroom.

    From later this month, passengers in coach can buy a seat in the exit row and grab at least 18cm of extra space.

    The costs will vary depending on the flight.

     

    MCT
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