Major airlines hike checked bag fees as jet fuel prices surge Chris Sununu, President and CEO of Airlines for America, breaks down how escalating jet fuel prices, influenced by global events like the Strait of Hormuz, are impacting the airline industry. Major carriers including United and American are increasing checked bag fees to offset costs. Sununu discusses the low-margin business and the potential for a "heavy summer" if fuel prices remain high. NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles!