Some "Small Perks" Returning To Airline Travel

It looks like some of the old amenities of airline travel, which largely disappeared after 9/11, have been surely but slowly coming back.  From the Chicago Tribune:

After 15 years of near austerity, U.S. airlines are restoring some small perks for passengers crammed into coach.

Don't expect ample legroom or free checked bags. But fliers will find improved snacks, a larger selection of free movies and — on a few select routes — the return of free meals.

Monday, American Airlines became the latest carrier to add something back. It announced the return of free snacks in the economy section and more free entertainment options on some aircraft.

American, which recently merged with US Airways, hasn't offered free snacks since 2003. US Airways stripped passengers of snacks in 2008.

As someone who has spent some time "crammed into coach", I can appreciate the small improvement.  Read the full story.