heckfarr

Global airlines announced Tuesday a new guideline that recommends shrinking carry-on bags, in an effort to free up space in packed overhead bins.

The guideline, which is not binding, means that many existing bags currently in compliance with airline rules would not be given preferential treatment in the boarding process. While details of how the guideline will be implemented are murky, and could vary from airline to airline, it raises the possibility that many fliers would be forced to check their favorite carry-on bag.

The recommendation by the International Air Transport Association suggests an "optimal" carry-on size at 21.5 inches tall by 13.5 inches wide by 7.5 inches deep. That's smaller than the current maximum size allowed by many airlines. For instance, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines all currently allow bags up to 22 inches by 14 inches by 9 inches — although gate agents don't always enforce those more-generous measurements.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/todayi...bins/28768325/

nux

There are a few existing threads discussing this:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/trave...imensions.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/trave...ze-limits.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/briti...mendation.html

cblaisd

While it would be better if the discussion were in only one thread, let's not add a fourth I'll invite folks to follow/contribute in one of the threads noted. Thanks.

cblaisd
Moderator, Travel News