Originally Posted by
0holesinone
How often do the FFs encounter this and how do you handle it?
I would have told them exactly what you said in your first paragraph, plus I would have asked them if they know that I'm an active FT poster. Next I would remind them about how important my business is to them.
If that doesn't work, find someone else with carryon luggage who will agree to remove his/hers from the overhead and check it in the hold so that you could fit yours instead.