Checking into your flight can often be a time-consuming portion of your travel day, especially if you have luggage to check. Fortunately, this process could be even more automated if you’re flying with American Airlines. The airline will soon be testing pre-paid baggage fees, which could seriously streamline the process of getting your checked bags on flight. Here’s more on this potential new offering:

American Airlines recently announced a new feature they’ll soon be testing in select flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

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Travelers will be able to check in online or through the app with the added bonus of pre-paying for baggage. This saves the time and hassle of waiting in line to pay.

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So if you’re short on time and need to move as quickly as possible, this potential new offering could end up making quite a difference in your travel day.

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What are your thoughts on this new potential offering from American Airlines? We’d love to hear from you in the comments below!

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