United Airlines proposes discount ticket with heavy restrictions

United Airlines will roll out a new basic economy ticket early next year for the budget conscious.

Basic economy restricts travelers from bringing a carry-on bag, although they can still bring a personal item like a purse or briefcase.

The airline will automatically choose a seat for the traveler and cannot guarantee that groups will be seated together.

Travelers will still receive in-flight snacks and entertainment.

Other airlines, like American and Delta, will offer a similar basic economy ticket that also restricts seat assignments, but none restrict carry-on luggage.

New York Sen. Chuck Schumer has asked the airline to reverse the rule.

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