American Airlines on Monday removed bag sizers at its boarding gates across the U.S. meaning fliers won’t have to squeeze their bags inside the metal contraptions to make sure their bag will fit in the overhead compartment. The change was first reported by View From The Wing , who obtained an internal memo sent to American Airlines employees.

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In a Sept. 30 memo to its customer care team members, American Airlines said the change is part of their process to improve customer experience and reduce baggage checking at the gates. The airline is encouraging team members working in the lobby areas to identify oversized bags and check them when necessary.

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