If your bag needs wheels, it is, by definition, not a carry-on.

So tired of people bringing massive bags in the plane that they cannot lift into the overhead bin.

Pack lighter

Or

Check your bags

If you downvote…check which sub you are in

  • coffee_with_cream@sh.itjust.worksOPEnglish
    112·
    2 months ago

    I’m talking about those bags that technically fit the maximum possible dimensions for carry-ons that have gotten really popular in the past few years.

    But they allow people to pack very heavy, and most Americans are out of shape. So the plane takes twice as long to board and empty since many people struggle to lift the bags.

    • MicrowavedTeaEnglish
      11·
      2 months ago

      That has nothing to do with the bag type, you could just as easily pack 5 bricks in a backpack. And there are weight limitations too which aren’t set very high. If someone inside that limitation can’t lift up their bag I guess the only solution is to get help from a flight attendant. Otherwise you’re practically excluding elderly and children from having carry-on.

      • coffee_with_cream@sh.itjust.worksOPEnglish
        15·
        2 months ago

        They will be less likely to pack 5 bricks in a backpack because they’d have to carry it through the airport instead of rolling it.

        • MicrowavedTeaEnglish
          3·
          2 months ago

          They will probably have to lift up the bag eventually, either in or out of the airport. Being unable to carry your things will be an inconvenience regardless of wheels.

          • coffee_with_cream@sh.itjust.worksOPEnglish
            11·
            2 months ago

            Is it easier to carry 40 pounds in a bag with wheels or without?

            Would they be more or less likely to pack a heavy bag of they did not have wheels?

            • MicrowavedTeaEnglish
              4·
              2 months ago

              Sure but the point is you’re trying to inconvenience more people who are already inconvenienced and don’t care. Passengers need to be able to lift the bag, not necessarily carry it. Banning wheels means that everyone now has to pack A LOT less because they need to carry it, potentially for a whole day. It’s just not worth it.

              • coffee_with_cream@sh.itjust.worksOPEnglish
                12·
                2 months ago

                If they need to haul more stuff, then they should just check the bag.

                Carry on is for stuff you need to use during the flight. That’s it.

                • MicrowavedTeaEnglish
                  21·
                  2 months ago

                  It also happens to be included in the ticket (usually) while checking in bags is super expensive