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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Simon Calder

Lufthansa launches ‘economy basic’ – with Europe’s smallest cabin bag allowance

Space race: Lufthansa has adopted Europe's smallest cabin bag allowance for basic economy passengers - (Lufthansa)

Fresh from cancelling tens of thousands of flights because of the soaring cost of jet fuel, Lufthansa is set to reduce consumption further by introducing “economy basic” to its short- and medium-haul flights.

Bookings have opened for the German airline’s new class, which enters service on 19 May “on selected routes”. The category is designed to offer “an attractive entry-level price” in order to compete more effectively with budget carriers.

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