Eh?
My hand baggage is full enough as it is. So if the machine is thinner, as well as lighter, that is very good news, leaving more room for duty free, books, newspapers, spare clothes ....
By the way, from what I have seen and heard from those with experience instead of prejudice, the Air is far from being a toy in its performance, screen quality and robustness, as well as battery life.
Sometimes you really do get what you pay for.
