Originally Posted by
olouie
On a flight where the FA was forcing anyone in the C group with a bag larger than a backpack to gate check bags. Has anyone seen this before? Even for bags that would fit under the seats.
FA claimed this is WN policy even if you can find space.
I think they just make up policy as it suits them sometimes. I see C group folks bring bags on all the time, and then gate check them after wandering up and down the aisle looking for a slot in the overhead bins. Of course, I never board beyond A30, so it may be more common than I think.
I always check a bag, so I really have no sympathy when people board C group and huff and puff over being forced to check a bag since you get to check 2 for free. I'm not so important that I can't wait 15 more minutes to get my bag off the luggage carousel. In the last 5 years or so, I have only been delayed in getting my bag 3 times. I don't mind people bringing bags on the plane. To each their own. However, you roll the dice and take your chances if you board in the C group with a large bag. Maybe Southwest should include a warning message to people who get a C boarding pass regarding overhead space availability?