Originally Posted by TravellingMan
What if we overwhelm the checkin baggage process? Since I am forced to checkin my bag, I have started packing more comfortably. Carrying a lot more stuff in case I need it. Like extra shoes, shirts etc. A bag that could have been efficiently packed within 20lbs is now close to 50lbs.
Why not all of us checkin the maximum allowed on each flight and give the airlines a wakeup call? Since there is nothing more than increased fuel costs (higher than labor cost for most airlines) that would get their attention.
The shift has occured, and the gates are relieved to shift the late outs to the cargo line. Better than late outs due to too much carry on. The only ones that are suffering are the pax, due to late outs. Be careful what you wish for.