Why Flight Attendants Won't Lift Your Carry-on Into the Overhead Bin — and 8 Solutions for Packing Lighter

Flight attendants aren’t required to put your bag into the overhead bin for you. Find out why, plus eight lightweight packing essentials at Amazon that make it easier to handle your bag on your own, from softside Travelpro luggage to a Samsonite underseat carry-on to the perfect spacious travel backpack.

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 81 words · Todd Campbell IV

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