Originally Posted by
bocastephen
I have the exact same bag. The issue is not size, as this bag fits perfectly fine lengthwise in any 777 overhead bin, but weight.
Seems like a bunch of BR flyers are sporting B&R. Hm.. BR. B&R.
Originally Posted by
bocastephen
So I was able to convince the check-in staff at my first BR airport to allow both my backpack and BR widebody (which was substantially overweight), and I left the "carry-on approved" tags on the handles of both bags for my return flight and just pointed out to the check-in agent they were already approved....and she let me go.
I don't know where you're departing from, but when faced with similar situations on airlines with strict carry-on inspections at check-in, I've either left the bag in my car during check-in or left it with the temporary baggage storage office at the airport so they never see it. For me, avoiding checked bags is of utmost importance, so I go to great lengths to make sure my bags stay with me - in your situation, you might be perfectly fine just checking the bag.
Would this be an issue with OLCI? I usually fly carry-on only, so flying ex-YYZ I won't even need to visit the check-in desk. I'm also guessing that if some of you have had the problem in RL, that I would have the same problem in PE.
Also, does BR check baggage weight/size at the gate? If not, I could try to skip the check-in desk altogether with OLCI.