Refreshing News from American Airlines

It seems every airline press release is about new fees, more restrictions or a new way to nickel and dime the passenger.  However, ABC News reports American Airlines reports its doubling it’s overhead bin size which will increase it’s capacity to 5 or 6 suitcases per bin.  

ABC says “the airline is accomplishing this with a [sleight] of hand. The bins themselves stay the same but American is adding doors that curve outward and a slight ramp at the front edge of the bin. That allows roller bags to slip in wheels first and tilt slightly upward to fit right into the curve of the new door. Voila, space is magically doubled. 

Read more at USA Today.  Good job American Airlines.

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