While this is all great theater, the question is whether the overhead bin space is assigned to the seats in the adjacent area.
My previous experience on these flights is NO, not due to how I "feel", but what I have "actually observed" as a matter of fact.
If the flight becomes full the flight attendant will advise passengers to use whatever bin space is available. There is no rule that says my bag has to be adjacent to my seat. If there is one, show me.
Personally, I'd prefer that the flight attendants focus on seat saving and excessive carry on which would have likely resulted in plenty of bin space.
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