Multiple outlets report on social media posts describing alleged ways some passengers try to avoid paying Ryanair baggage charges on budget flights. The articles focus on claims that a traveller has carried far more luggage than the airline’s advertised allowance—such as taking up to 20kg—without buying hold luggage or paying for extra bags. One described approach involves persuading or “gaslighting” cabin crew into believing the passenger only has a small bag, according to the account shared by the poster. Another description frames the same idea as a “packing hack,” presenting methods for carrying additional items while avoiding fees. The reports also note that other commentators question whether these approaches would work in practice and highlight potential risks if staff challenge the passenger’s baggage at the airport. Across the articles, the common theme is that passengers claim to exploit misunderstandings or packing choices to bring more items than allowed, but the outcome depends on enforcement by airline staff and airport checks.