Originally Posted by
rsteinmetz70112
Yes it is customary to tip the "sky caps", however it is unusual for a "sky cap" to track a single passenger down and accost them in security, simply because "stiffing" a "sky cap" is not that unusual.
Agreed. There must be more to this story...simply doesn't make sense.
That said, it should be known that these employees are usually paid minimum wage by a third-party contractor and tips are in fact expected to make up the rest of their salary. If you can't give at least $1 per bag, you should go inside and check your bags at the ticket counter where tips are not expected.