American’s New Carry-On Bag Rule Aims To Speed Up Boarding

American Airlines will be removing metal carry-on bag sizers from airport gates effective October 6, 2025, to help the airline streamline boarding. American Airlines plans to remove its metal carry-on bag sizers from airport gates, effective October 6, 2025, to streamline boarding. Size rules are not actually going to change, as passengers will still be offered one standard carry-on bag alongside a personal item.