American Airlines has eliminated metal bag sizers from boarding gates nationwide to simplify carry-on rules and reduce boarding stress. The policy, effective October 6, allows gate agents more flexibility in handling slightly oversized bags, encouraging smoother interactions with passengers. While size limits remain unchanged, this move aims to speed up boarding and enhance customer experience, marking a broader industry trend toward friendlier, more efficient pre-flight procedures across U.S. airports.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"