American Airlines reverses unpopular policy, angers workers

Anyone who has been on a plane in the last decade or so knows that flying is not exactly the most pleasant experience — and that's putting it mildly.

Between shrinking legroom, new fees constantly being added for basic services, and passengers being downright unpleasant and getting into brawls over seating assignments and window shades, the days when you looked forward to flying the friendly skies are long dead.