frelkins comments on Dumb Deplaning - Less Wrong

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Comment author: frelkins 19 August 2008 03:21:54AM 1 point [-]

Rather I suggest a market solution: since carry-ons increase plane weight and are a hassle for passengers, security, and airline staff all, why don't the airlines reduce the cost of the flight for those who bring no carry-ons? Maybe by US$50?

This would probably be enough to incent people to bring fewer if any carry-ons, thus speeding both boarding and deplaning. It also would probably increase flight security.

Generally unless it's an overnight trip, I FedEx my luggage to my hotel anyway and bring only my purse.