european business travelers have been able to adapt to the inconveniences of an 8kg limit, americans can too. you can arrange to have business materials shipped prior to your arrival or elect to gate-check the bag if that is not possible.
hey, i wish the airlines would make more bin space available or remove fees for >1 checked bag, but we know that's probably not happening.
Originally Posted by
Jaimito Cartero
My carry-on weighs 4.5 kg. So I'm left with 3.5 kg? Doesn't make sense. While I agree that someone bringing on a carry-on of 40kg is a bit much, there are many legitimate reasons to bring on more.
I often fly for business, and carry business printed material in addition to ones that are in my checked luggage. That way if luggage is delayed or lost, I have enough materials to get by on.
The luggage bins are rated for more than 8kg. Most are rated for 70-100kg per bin.
With everything the airlines have taken away from us in the last 10 years, it's nice to have some benefit left.