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Originally Posted by BobDDuck  Sure, the government could tack on a $30 fee, but that money would be going to the government (like taxes) and wouldn't help the airlines out at all. |
They did that already. It was called the 9/11 security fee. If you look at the amount of taxes on an airline fare (departure fees, landing taxes, etc), you'll probably be amazed. The airline doesn't get 100% of what you pay. In fact, the gubment probably gets at LEAST a good 10-15%.