How about flight crew carryon bags?

On a recent CO flight, a flight attendant's roller bag + carry on were dominating one bin. The roller bag was broken - the handle permanently locked in the extended position, making it impossible for anything else to fit in that compartment. If the handle were retracted and bag spun the long way, 3 bags could have fit in the space of 1. I tried politely discussing this with the FA, but this entire flight crew was in a foul mood (too early in the AM) and I dropped it, realizing there was nothing to gain.

Why can't the airlines make space for flight crew bags underneath, and do a gate check for them (making them available 1st thing upon arrival at the gate)?

Is this too logical?

Why wouldn't this be better for everyone?

cpd

[edited for typing errors]

[This message has been edited by carpeperdiem (edited 03-02-2001).]