Originally Posted by
GagaPilot
I avoid the need for overhead bins and encourage others to do so as well.
Good for you, but there is more than one opinion on the matter.
Why not just check the bag? I mean airline tickets are already expensive. What's a few more bucks to check something? Or take advantage of free bag checking if your fare or status allows?
Oh, let me count the ways:
- Extra time at baggage claim
- Possibility of lost bag
- Possibility of delayed bag, especially on a connecting flight
- Possibility of damaged or pilfered items
- Lack of liability on carrier's part for many types of items (cameras, laptops, etc)
Also, my wheelie bag does double-duty as a carrier for my under-the-seat bag. Sometimes, that bag is heavy, and if I have to unexpectedly check the wheelie, it's inconvenient to carry the other one.
Of course, none of that says that I think people should do carry-on only. I wouldn't presume to think that everyone else's situation or preferences are the same as mine.