There’s a new tool to help families stay together when they fly.

If you’re a parent and you want to sit with your kids, you likely know those extra fees can add up. Now, there’s a new way to know which airlines don’t charge you extra for that.

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American Airlines, which has a hub in Charlotte, is one of those airlines.

Kristen Lance flew with her child when she moved to the Charlotte area just a year ago. She said this shouldn’t be an issue for families or for any other passengers.

“Definitely, they shouldn’t even be charging you to pick your own seat,” she said.

>> In the video at the top of the page, Channel 9′s Evan Donovan shares more about the new dashboard works.

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