As pointed out, the weight allowance is on the ticket so in a way I do not have sympathy. However, to develop what FLZ is saying, the problem is the inconsistancy of the allowances. Couple of issues spring to mind:
- Differing allowances (and, as the original article made clear, differing attitudes) between airlines/routes. Very confusing for Joe Punter.
- If one is over the limit, having at least some advance knowledge of the likely cost would probably help to soften the blow (and maybe avoid the sort of bad
PR that this type of article gives).
The price range being quoted so far on this thread (£4/kg to €49.68/kg, say £37/kg) is remarkable, which suggests that excess baggage is a bit of a lottery.