Alaska_2012 Posted June 3, 2012 #1 Share Posted June 3, 2012 Hello! If I would like to know how strict AirTran is about the size of your personal item. I have a backpack that is two inches longer and one inch wider than their requirements. Do they actually measure them? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zach1213 Posted June 3, 2012 #2 Share Posted June 3, 2012 That should be ok, honestly. Unfortunately, airlines aren't very strict about carryon size in the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Algebralovr Posted June 3, 2012 #3 Share Posted June 3, 2012 The big question is, does it fit under the seat completely so that you won't tangle your feet in it if there is an emergency? That is the main requirement of a personal item. A carry-on item, such as a carry-on sized suitcase must fit in the overhead compartment. If the flight is full (many of them are these days) and it doesn't fit, they may check it at the gate. Just be prepared. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska_2012 Posted June 3, 2012 Author #4 Share Posted June 3, 2012 Thanks for your replies. I've only flown once and it was awhile ago. I'm not sure about the amount of space under the seat and whether the backpack will fit. We are in exit row seating. Would this give us extra room? Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waterbug123 Posted June 3, 2012 #5 Share Posted June 3, 2012 Thanks for your replies. I've only flown once and it was awhile ago. I'm not sure about the amount of space under the seat and whether the backpack will fit. We are in exit row seating. Would this give us extra room? Thank you. The exit row will have extra leg room, for your legs/feet, but the actual "under the seat" space for your stuff will be the same as any other seat, so your personal item can't be any bigger, just because you are in an exit row. In fact, since it's an extra row, the FA's will possibly be MORE diligent in checking to make sure that the personal item is COMPLETELY under the seat in front of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska_2012 Posted June 3, 2012 Author #6 Share Posted June 3, 2012 That makes sense. I didn't know if it would be allowed to hang over a little because of the extra leg room. I guess I will just find a smaller personal bag. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare FlyerTalker Posted June 3, 2012 #7 Share Posted June 3, 2012 Also, your "personal item" is not code for a slightly smaller carryon. If it is a small backpack (like a computer bag), that may very well be a personal item. If it's a backpack that you would go camping with, it's not a personal item. I use the standard of computer bag/briefcase as the max for a personal item. Of course, YMMV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska_2012 Posted June 3, 2012 Author #8 Share Posted June 3, 2012 Thanks, FlyerTalker. I think this is more a "camping" size. It's a Heys laptop backpack and is probably larger than allowed. I will switch to a smaller bag. http://www.heysusa.com/heys-epac05/287792/615730 This is the bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbiecruiser09 Posted June 3, 2012 #9 Share Posted June 3, 2012 Also, if you are in a middle seat, the space underneath may be smaller than the aisle and window seats. We have found this on UAL and AirTran. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6rugrats Posted June 4, 2012 #10 Share Posted June 4, 2012 That makes sense. I didn't know if it would be allowed to hang over a little because of the extra leg room. You have to keep the exit row clear, so if anything, the FAs are more vigilant in keeping your belongings totally under the seat in front of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska_2012 Posted June 4, 2012 Author #11 Share Posted June 4, 2012 Thanks for all the replies. I've already switched to a smaller bag. I will just pack the backpack for use on excursions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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