Originally Posted by
iainarmstrong
I think rather than create something over a trivial think like this, after take off, I would ask the pax to help me move his luggage so I could get my briefcase, then ask again to have him help move his luggage when I have to put my briefcase back. Inconviences the pax enough to maybe have them think twice about doing it again.
I would also suggest telling the passenger in an "asking" manner that they
will help you with this...don't give them the option. That being said, in reading your post I bet we have different personalities and you may not feel comfortable with my suggestion. Either way iainarmstrong's suggestion is the best route.