The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has just announced a new initiative which intends to optimize the accommodation of carry-on bags which redefines the size of carry-on bags as well as other airline policies.

“The development of an agreed optimal cabin bag size will bring common sense and order to the problem of differing sizes for carry-on bags. We know the current situation can be frustrating for passengers. This work will help to iron out inconsistencies and lead to an improved passenger experience,” explainsTom Windmuller, who is the Senior vice president for Airport Passenger, Cargo, and Security with the IATA...

...Sen. Robert Menendez (D-N.J.)—who is the ranking member of the Senate Banking Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation and Community Development—notes his concern over the trade group’s motives.

In an official statement, Sen Menendez comments, “If our luggage has to go on a diet, let’s make sure the result isn’t another airline industry profit binge. This must not turn into another industry ploy related to baggage fees since dubious tactics, like hidden fees, are already used to trick consumers.”

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