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NO LOUNGE FOR YOU! — Delta, United Roll Out 'Basic' Business Class

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NO LOUNGE FOR YOU! — Delta, United Roll Out 'Basic' Business Class

Major US airlines are introducing "slimmed-down" business and first-class fares that strip away perks like lounge access and free flight changes. "This is absolutely nuts," says one travel expert.

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What I'm talking about, it's like basic economy, but for business and first class. This is absolutely nuts.
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