United Airlines will expand overhead bin space on its fleet of Embraer E175 regional jets, the carrier announced.
The new luggage compartment will be installed on 50 aircraft operated by Skywest by the end of the year, but the plan is for the new arrangement to be on 150 E175s by 2026.
According to United, the new bin offers 80% more space than before, being able to accommodate 29 extra carry-on bags.
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The company estimates that the change will eliminate the need to check baggage for one million passengers per year.
“Customer sentiment for the new overhead bins and signature interiors has been extremely positive. By helping to eliminate the need to gate check bags, we are seeing an increase in gate and boarding satisfaction,” said Linda Jojo, United’s chief customer officer.
“This is just the latest way we’re working to create an industry-leading experience for all our customers – whether they’re on an international or regional flight.”
The larger bins are already present on more than 200 aircraft whose cabins have been retrofitted by the airline. United Express, which encompasses the group’s regional flight network, has 240 E-Jets in its fleet, including aircraft operated by Skywest, Mesa and Republic Airlines.
