Clever Hack for Extra Luggage Fees : Viral Video of Luggage Fee Hack Shows How to Cut 5 kg
A recent viral video has captured widespread attention by revealing a clever hack for extra luggage fees. The clip, which has taken social media by storm, features a woman who demonstrates a creative trick to shave off 5 kg from her luggage weight and sidestep additional charges.
In the footage, the woman has her luggage weighed at the airport, which initially tips the scales at 24.5 kg. Facing the prospect of extra fees for the overweight baggage, she ingeniously uses her right foot to subtly lift the bag during the weighing process. As a result, the displayed weight drops to 19.5 kg, helping her evade the surcharge.
Viral video: Luggage Fee Hack
The video, shared by @Zoreandtomek under the title ‘Luggage Fee Hack,’ has racked up an impressive 128 million views and 1.4 million likes. It has sparked a flurry of comments, with viewers offering mixed reactions.
One concerned user, an aircraft mechanic, highlighted the potential risks of the trick. He warned that accurate luggage weight is essential for maintaining the aircraft’s center of gravity. Incorrect weight readings could impact flight safety, affecting the plane’s balance, increasing fuel consumption, or even leading to a crash.
On the other hand, some users argued that if luggage weight could seriously affect flight safety, airlines would also weigh passengers. An airport employee supported this view, stating that luggage weight alone does not disrupt the aircraft’s balance, as the plane remains stable during flight. Another commenter humorously suggested that perhaps passengers should be weighed instead of their luggage.
This viral video and the ensuing debate underscore the lengths travelers will go to save on baggage fees, and highlight diverse opinions on the implications of such clever hacks.
