A frequent flyer with my own business, I travel only with a small wheeled bag that fits in the overhead. Won’t pay for upper class nor baggage charges. So, unless I fly Southwest and get to my seat early, I too often find no bin space. Suggestion? PLR, Reno NV

A: If you don’t want to check your bag or find the overhead bins too packed, lighten and compress the load. Get a smaller soft bag that fits under the seat, and wear a jacket with many large inside and outside pockets.