Dimensions for overhead on CRJ700?
Jun 6, 2016, 6:51 pm
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Dimensions for overhead on CRJ700?
Can anyone tell me how big (small) the overhead bins on CRJ700s are? I know they are smaller but not sure how small.
An upcoming flight of mine had it's 55min connection changed to a 30min connection. Delta can't change the flight because I used a companion certificate. Trying to avoid pink tagging anything on the CRJ so we can hopefully get to our connection while there is still overhead bin space. Have some delicate and not easily replaceable items that I'd rather not entrust to baggage handlers.
An upcoming flight of mine had it's 55min connection changed to a 30min connection. Delta can't change the flight because I used a companion certificate. Trying to avoid pink tagging anything on the CRJ so we can hopefully get to our connection while there is still overhead bin space. Have some delicate and not easily replaceable items that I'd rather not entrust to baggage handlers.
Jun 6, 2016, 6:56 pm
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They are about the same size as on a CRJ-900; should accomodate a 20" rollaboard or a backpack. In F class, there is a small cupboard like container on the left hand side, with horizontally sliding doors (a purse or camera will fit).
Jun 6, 2016, 9:37 pm
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A thick (fully packed) standard rollaboard is tough to squeeze in, the bins are not tall. When lightly packed, my Costco piece fits perfectly.
Jun 7, 2016, 7:56 am
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Not sure on exact size, but they are small. If you have a 'standard' size roller then it is unlikely to fit. A smaller bag or backpack should fit.
Jun 7, 2016, 7:58 am
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I have the same experience. It's why I prefer the Embraers. They generally have enough space to accommodate a normal size (22 inch?) roller.
Jun 7, 2016, 9:13 am
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My Hartmann 19" fits if I don't overstuff it, but my wife has a slightly larger carryon that fits on the 900 but not the 700.
Jun 7, 2016, 3:10 pm
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As said above they are slightly smaller than the 900 given the way the bin is laid out. I have a Tumi Vapor that will fit. It has left some scratches on the case but I can live with that. It has saved me a lot of time waiting for the pink tags to come out as I can grab and run to the connection. If I overpack the bag so the extra inch that the zipper expands makes it a very very tight fit but a normal pack is good to go.
Jun 7, 2016, 3:14 pm
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And I have to tell the very aggressive pink taggers that patrol gates C12/13 at LGA every week at least 3 times that it fits. 
Jun 7, 2016, 3:28 pm
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Jun 8, 2016, 11:08 am
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True 20" rollaboards will fit (such as the TravelPro 20" Crew series) provided they are not over-stuffed. They will fit side-on in the bins and I have taken mine aboard many times on the CR7 (and even CRJ-100's and Q400's).
In essence, if your rollaboard comfortably fits the DL sizing device, it WILL fit on a CR7 bin (albeit side-on). If it doesn't fit the sizing device, it won't.
Most "carry-on approved" bags don't actually fit completely into the sizer as the handles/wheels take the case over the total dimensions, or it's over-stuffed etc.
In essence, if your rollaboard comfortably fits the DL sizing device, it WILL fit on a CR7 bin (albeit side-on). If it doesn't fit the sizing device, it won't.
Most "carry-on approved" bags don't actually fit completely into the sizer as the handles/wheels take the case over the total dimensions, or it's over-stuffed etc.
Jun 8, 2016, 12:48 pm
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True 20" rollaboards will fit (such as the TravelPro 20" Crew series) provided they are not over-stuffed. They will fit side-on in the bins and I have taken mine aboard many times on the CR7 (and even CRJ-100's and Q400's).
In essence, if your rollaboard comfortably fits the DL sizing device, it WILL fit on a CR7 bin (albeit side-on). If it doesn't fit the sizing device, it won't.
Most "carry-on approved" bags don't actually fit completely into the sizer as the handles/wheels take the case over the total dimensions, or it's over-stuffed etc.
In essence, if your rollaboard comfortably fits the DL sizing device, it WILL fit on a CR7 bin (albeit side-on). If it doesn't fit the sizing device, it won't.
Most "carry-on approved" bags don't actually fit completely into the sizer as the handles/wheels take the case over the total dimensions, or it's over-stuffed etc.
Jun 10, 2016, 12:45 am
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The aggressive pink taggers aren't unique to LGA--- like others, I have standard Travelpro which fits fine in both the CR7 and CR9, and get flak from GA's almost every single time at ATL when flying a CR7 or CR9 with the Travelpro.
Jun 10, 2016, 11:31 am
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I've long ago learned to grab the pink tag from the GA and stick it in my pocket as I embark and stow my bag above 2C. Even if they put it on the bag, who cares? Never seen a pink tag policeman at the plane door. Maybe one out of 20 FAs mention something but are easily convinced as they watch me stow it.