Delta Gate Agent's Bold Tactic Targets Boarding Line Jumpers

A Delta gate agent's approach to penalize early boarders by confiscating carry-ons gains widespread approval and sparks broader discussions on boarding etiquette.

• A Delta gate agent's policy to confiscate and gate-check carry-on bags of passengers boarding before their assigned group has gone viral, drawing praise online.
• The policy also targets passengers attempting to bring more than the permitted carry-on allowance, enforcing stricter adherence to airline rules.
• Online commenters applauded the agent's approach, with some suggesting additional measures like public shaming or delaying line jumpers to the last boarding group.
• The term 'gate lice' has gained traction to describe passengers crowding boarding areas prematurely, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of boarding protocols.
• American Airlines recently implemented technology at over 100 airports that prevents early boarding by rejecting boarding passes and sounding alerts for violators.

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