Prohibition of hand luggage on planes. What cannot be carried in airplane luggage: prohibited items and required permits. The most important things about the new flight rules

Find out for yourself what you can bring into hand luggage aircraft, and what is not, is quite simple: both general and specific rules are on the website of each carrier airline. Special “showcases” at airports, where items confiscated from hand luggage are displayed, are also reminded of the prohibitions, while the carriage of some of these exhibits is allowed in checked baggage.

Prohibited items in hand luggage on an airplane

Basic list of items and substances prohibited for transportation on an airplane (attention - both in hand luggage and checked baggage) is determined by Appendix No. 1 of the Rules for pre-flight and post-flight inspections, approved by order of the Ministry of Transport Russian Federation dated July 25, 2007 No. 104.

What not to take in hand luggage

• Explosives and objects, including pyrotechnics, detonators;
• Compressed and liquefied gases (household, nerve agents and others);
• A number of flammable liquids (gasoline and samples of petroleum products, acetone, methanol, ethers, etc.);
• Flammable solids (calcium phosphorous or metallic, potassium, sodium, phosphorus - white, yellow, red, as well as other substances - spontaneously igniting or releasing flammable gases in reactions with water);
• Oxidizing substances, organic peroxides (colloidal nitrocellulose in certain proportions);
• Toxic substances;
• Radioactive materials;
• Caustic acids (hydrochloric, sulfuric, nitric, hydrofluoric and others), corrosive liquid compositions;
• Poisonous and toxic substances (in any form);
• Weapons (pistols, revolvers, rifles, carbines and other firearms, gas, pneumatic weapons, stun guns, dirks, stilettos, airborne bayonets, except in cases and in the manner established by the legislation of the Russian Federation);
• Lithium batteries used in small personal mobility devices.

In addition to those listed, all potentially dangerous species cargo, including objects and substances that can be used to attack passengers or crew (primarily sharp metal products).

Some flights may be subject to an expanded list of prohibited items. First of all, this applies to high-risk flights; the measure is introduced by the airport administration. Appendix No. 1 lists the main prohibited items from additional list, This:

• Hypodermic needles (may be permitted if medically justified);
• Knitting needles;
• Scissors, travel and pocket knives with blade length up to 60 mm;
• Corkscrews.

Certain restrictions on hand luggage and baggage are also imposed by Article 16 of the Federal Law “On Plant Quarantine”, according to which the import of seeds and specimens of living plants and soil into Russia is prohibited. At the same time, it is allowed to take some pets into the cabin in a cage/container, but this possibility must always be agreed upon in advance with an airline representative.

And one more thing: you should not carry fake weapons on the plane in your hand luggage (this also applies to toys); you need to carefully check your luggage for the presence of metal objects, even completely safe ones. For example, when checking at the airport, a bunch of keys forgotten at the bottom of a backpack can cause trouble. Along with portable electronics and coins, keys must be placed in a separate bowl or box during inspection.

What can you take in hand luggage on a plane?

Accordingly, you can carry anything on board the plane in hand luggage that is not subject to strict prohibitions or weight/volume restrictions and fits into the general carry-on baggage allowance.

If you plan to check in checked baggage, then you can take only the most necessary and valuable things in your hand luggage:

• Documentation;
• Essential medicines (preferably with a prescription);
• Gadgets - laptops, phones, and photographic equipment;
• Jewelry (within reason - checking customs regulations);
• For a small child - baby food and care products.

Conveniently, some of the items from this list fall under the category of additional items for passengers (more details below) and do not add up to the total weight of hand luggage. It is necessary to check in checked baggage what does not fit the carry-on baggage allowance: containers with liquids and gels with a volume of more than 100 ml; scissors, files and other potentially dangerous objects in the aircraft cabin.

In cases where hand luggage is your only luggage on a trip, the list will have to be expanded: take clothes, sanitary and hygiene products (liquid - always in containers up to 100 ml each), permitted products. You will have to leave metal scissors, knives, and forks at home; you cannot carry them in hand luggage according to the current rules.

What can you take on a plane in excess of hand luggage?

In addition to the established carry-on baggage allowance, you can usually take additional items of baggage with you on the plane:

• A ladies' handbag or a men's briefcase;
• Paper folder;
• Gadgets and equipment for work/tourism: telephone, tablet, laptop, camera and video camera;
• Umbrella;
• Cane;
• Outerwear, suit in a case;
• Printed publications (for in-flight reading);
• For a small child: baby food, cradle;
• Crutches;
• Packaged from Duty Free.

Please note: the list of items and items in excess of hand luggage is established by the air carrier. You can rely on the most general list provided, but before your flight you will still have to check the list on the airline’s website. Do not forget about the specifics of low-cost airlines: low-cost airlines often have restrictions on the carriage of hand luggage.

What you can and cannot take in hand luggage in 2020: lists from airlines

Carry-on luggage on an Aeroflot plane:

Hand luggage at UTair:

Hand luggage at S7 Airlines.

In law Order of the Ministry of Transport of Russia dated June 28, 2007 No. 82 (as amended on January 14, 2019) “On approval of the Federal Aviation Rules “General Rules” air transport passengers, baggage, cargo and requirements for servicing passengers, shippers, consignees" (registered with the Ministry of Justice of Russia on September 27, 2007 No. 10186)
at any Russian airline You can carry up to 5 kg of things on board free of charge. There are carriers that allow you to take 10 or 15 kg.

As a rule, the more expensive the ticket, the more things you can carry in the cabin. Typically, for economy class flights, one piece of hand luggage is provided, and for business class flights, two. But here everything depends on the carrier: some companies have their own standards for each fare, route, aircraft, while others have a single standard for everyone.

Dimensions are not specified in the law, so each carrier can set its own rules. Typically, bags with dimensions of 55 × 40 × 20 cm or with the sum of three dimensions equal to 115 cm are allowed on board. Such a suitcase will fit in the overhead luggage rack along with the hand luggage of other passengers.

You can also take a handbag, briefcase or backpack with things in excess of the norm. It is assumed that you will place them under the seat in front, so the permitted weight and dimensions may be less than for carry-on luggage. For example, up to 3 kg and no more than 80 cm in the sum of three dimensions.

Carefully read the rules on the company’s website: if the weight is not indicated there free luggage above the norm, check this on the website or by phone.

Also, instead of an additional bag, briefcase or backpack, you can take for free:

• bouquet of flowers;
• outerwear;
• baby food for the child during the flight;
• suit in a suitcase (check weight and dimensions);
• a device for carrying a child (cradle, chair, stroller) - provided that you are flying with a child and can fit these things on a shelf or under the seat;
• medications, special dietary needs in the amount required for the duration of the flight;
• crutches, canes, walkers, rollators, a folding wheelchair, if you can fit them in the cabin on a shelf or under the seat;
• goods from Duty Free, if they are suitable in weight and dimensions and are sealed in a sealed bag (check weight and dimensions).

The basic rule: what you are going to take into the cabin must fit on a shelf or under the seat. Ask the carrier in advance how much excess hand luggage he will allow you to carry.

How to check hand luggage at the airport

If your hand luggage looks bulky, it will be weighed at the airport and the dimensions will be checked using a special frame. This is a plastic container or two walls that your suitcase should fit into. In this case, everything should fit in, including handles and wheels.

To avoid having to pay extra for hand luggage, choose soft bags or a backpack with drawstring straps that reduce the size of the already packed travel accessory.

Carry-on luggage on a plane is a real headache for most tourists returning from vacation. For many passengers, the very concept of “Hand Baggage” raises many questions. Unfortunately, not all passengers know the difference between hand luggage and luggage, and even more so from an accessory for hand luggage (an accessory for hand luggage is a very new concept for modern civil aviation).

This post will be a continuation of useful articles about tricks independent travel. Earlier, I wrote in detail about how to look for cheap air tickets, about what travel insurance is and how travel insurance differs from insurance for traveling abroad, in this post we will talk in detail about hand luggage and how to fly on planes without overpaying for excess weight.

What is hand luggage

Here's what Wikipedia says about the concept of hand luggage:

Hand luggage is cargo that a passenger takes with him on board a passenger vehicle (in our case it is an airplane, but the vehicle can be anything) without putting it into the luggage compartment.

As you can see, hand luggage is everything that a passenger takes with him on board the plane. Many people think so, but if you look more closely at the rules for transporting goods on passenger planes, then it turns out that everything that is on you, including outer clothing and the contents of your pockets, is no longer hand luggage, but is called personal equipment and is actually not taken into account at all. And there are a lot of such interesting points in the rules of transportation, read about it further.

Rules for carrying hand luggage on an airplane

The basic rules for carrying hand luggage on an airplane are the same for most airlines, with the exception of low-cost airlines. For low-cost carriers, any excess is a means of additional income, so you should be aware of this and take into account the special rules of low-cost carriers.

It should be understood that any restriction on the carriage of things in the aircraft cabin is, first of all, a concern for the passenger and the safety of air travel, and then an opportunity to take an extra penny from the passenger for the excess. Now I will explain what I mean.

Here are the basic rules for carrying hand luggage on an airplane:

• all hand luggage should be no more than 115 cm (the sum of three dimensions, 55?40?20) - everything is clear here, this is so that things fit on the shelves;
• the weight of hand luggage should be between 8 and 12 kilograms (depending on the airline) - this is so that each passenger can independently put their things in the boxes above the seats;
• bans on liquids and other prohibitions - unfortunately, after the American tragedy “September 11”, civil Aviation became different, the rules did not become more strict, they became completely different. Those who have flown before know how much easier it used to be to go through pre-flight inspection.

Hand luggage size

In this part of the post we’ll talk about how much hand luggage you can take on a plane, what to do with goods from Duty Free and about other interesting things that will help you save and not pay for excess weight.

Weight of hand luggage on the plane

The weight of the luggage that you want to take on the plane is strictly regulated and there can be no problems with this, or on the contrary, this is the main problem (after all, sometimes they require payment for excess weight). U different airlines weight can vary from 5 kilograms to 12 kilograms. Low-cost airlines may have their own quirks regarding the weight of hand luggage.

If you read this post to the end, you will find several legal ways to reduce the weight of your carry-on luggage and still carry everything you want.

Dimensions of hand luggage on an airplane

As I mentioned earlier, most airlines have the same size allowance for carry-on luggage, because most airlines have the same aircraft models and the same overhead bins.

Allowable size hand luggage, in most cases, is: 55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm or 115 cm (the sum of 3 dimensions). Here you should take into account that you most likely won’t be allowed to carry skis 115 centimeters long on board, but will be forced to check them in as luggage, since there is simply nowhere to put them in the cabin, well, you can’t carry them in the aisle.

Passengers always have difficulties determining the dimensions of hand luggage; to solve these problems in advance, many airlines install special templates at airports that imitate the permitted dimensions and anyone can check their belongings using these templates.

Beginning travelers always have a question about what is the best way to pack things when flying in the cabin of an airplane. I have tried many options from a reliable suitcase to a comfortable backpack and can give you some advice.

• a carry-on suitcase is very convenient if you are transporting really valuable and fragile things (a priceless Chinese vase from the Qing Dynasty, fragile Murano glass figurines, etc.). In this case, the “armor” of the suitcase walls is justified; in all other cases, the suitcase is too inconvenient for carry-on luggage;
• a carry-on bag is an excellent solution, it can be compacted and thus it will pass any “size” control, but carrying such a bag at the airport can be very inconvenient. If the bag has wheels, then this option is quite suitable;
• a carry-on backpack is the most convenient thing that can be for carrying things on an airplane, it perfectly passes all the “size” controls (tested on a 45-liter backpack), it is easy to carry and your hands are always free. I recommend this option to everyone.

Duty Free goods in hand luggage

When purchasing goods in Duty Free shops at the airport (in the so-called “sterile zone”), you should take into account the weight of your purchases. The stores themselves do not impose any restrictions on the sale of goods (buy at least half the store).

In theory, Duty Free items are personal items and do not count as carry-on baggage, but boarding the plane can be difficult (if you have too many Duty Free purchases), so you should be rational about everything. You should also remember that transporting goods from Duty Free is required in a special container (in which the goods are packaged in the store) and not to disturb the packaging throughout the flight. It is advisable to keep the receipt for your purchase throughout the flight, it may come in handy.

If there were no problems boarding the plane and your Duty Free purchases are flying with you, then you may face restrictions at customs in the arrival camp. Each country has clear rules about the possibility duty free import goods, and some (mostly Muslim countries) completely prohibit the import of the most popular goods from Duty Free (alcohol). As a rule, customs “gives the go-ahead” for the import of 1 liter of strong alcohol and 1 block of cigarettes; for a larger volume you need to pay a duty. Each country has different rules, so you should check before you travel.

If you are flying with a transfer, you should remember that you will have to go through the security control procedure again and here your Duty Free bag may be regarded as hand luggage and not as personal items. In these cases, you must present a receipt from the Duty Free store of the first airport (where you made the purchase) and, of course, the goods from Duty Free must be packaged accordingly.

Accessory for hand luggage

Now comes the fun part. Not long ago, some airlines introduced new passenger aviation concept - “Accessory for hand luggage”, for most passengers this is a real salvation from being overweight and here’s why. Some things go beyond the concept of hand luggage and end up as accessories for hand luggage; below I will give an approximate list (it may differ for each airline, and for low-cost airlines it may be completely absent). Now the passenger has hand luggage with a regulated weight and size and the opportunity to carry on the plane some of the things that were previously considered hand luggage and took up most of the space there.

Here's what you can take on the plane as an accessory to your hand luggage from Aeroflot:

• handbag/men's briefcase;
• folder for papers;
• umbrella;
• cane;
• bouquet of flowers;
• outerwear;
• laptop computer, camera, video camera;
• printed materials for in-flight reading;
• baby food for the child during the flight;
• a baby cradle when transporting a child;
• suit in a suitcase;
• telephone cellular communications;
• crutches;
• a bag with purchases from the Duty Free store.

And again, there are several incomprehensible situations: there are instructions about a laptop, but there are no instructions about a charger, there are instructions about a camera, but they will force you to check the tripod in your luggage, etc.

Carry-on luggage for children

For passengers with small children, carrying things for all children's needs becomes a big problem. Fortunately, most airlines provide the opportunity to use extra bed standard size carry-on luggage. This rule applies to passengers with children under 2 years of age; if the child has a full-fledged ticket and a seat in the aircraft cabin, then he also has a full-fledged place for hand luggage.

How and where to place hand luggage on board an airplane

To accommodate hand luggage on board the aircraft, there are luggage racks above the passenger seats; it is their volume that dictates strict requirements (in terms of weight and size) for passengers’ hand luggage. If necessary, hand luggage can be placed under the seat of the passenger in front (not all seats on the plane have this option).

Many airlines clearly state in their rules that during air travel the accessory must be placed under the seat of the seat (located in front of you), and all hand luggage must be placed on the shelf (above your seat). Placing any items in the aisles of the aircraft or in the space near the emergency exit is prohibited.

How much hand luggage can you take on a plane?

How much hand luggage you can take on a plane depends largely on the carrier company and the class of service.

For most airlines, there is the same standard for the number of pieces of hand luggage:

• economy class - one piece of hand luggage;
• business class - two pieces of hand luggage;
• first class - two pieces of hand luggage.

Low-cost airlines stand apart; they may require additional payment for items in the aircraft cabin. Some American and Canadian carriers provide as many as 2 pieces of carry-on luggage when flying in regular economy class.

Liquids in hand luggage

Restrictions on the carriage of liquids in hand luggage seem to me the most crazy restrictions for airline passengers. Judge for yourself, because all these restrictions are for 1 liter of 100 ml. for real “bad guys” it’s very simple, just a few people with bad intentions and that’s it.

But for law-abiding passengers, these perversions of liquids in hand luggage cause enormous inconvenience and additional hassle. This is due to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, which completely changed the attitude towards aviation security and now every passenger (including infants with their jars of baby food) is considered a potential terrorist.

The rules for transporting liquids in hand luggage are as follows: a passenger has the right to carry one liter of liquids (in total) in hand luggage; liquids must be placed in containers with a volume not exceeding 100 milliliters. All liquids carried on the plane must be packed in a sealed transparent bag (with a reusable zipper); the size of the bag for liquids should not exceed 20x20 centimeters.

And as always, there are many ambiguities that confuse passengers and cause problems. For example, you will not be allowed to take on board a half-empty tube of toothpaste if its volume is more than 100 ml; to all your objections, “There’s only half there,” the only reaction is “Not allowed.” It’s not so bad to have toothpaste, but what if it’s an expensive cream in a 125 ml tube? Anything with a volume of more than 100 ml. will be confiscated and disposed of.

There are a number of goods that do not resemble liquids (for example, no reasonable person would call cheese a liquid) but are considered liquids when transported on an airplane:

• perfumery;
• shampoos;
• gels;
• lotions;
• sprays;
• oils;
• paints;
• creams;
• deodorants;
• shaving foam;
• mascara;
• lipstick;
• toothpaste;
• beverages;
• syrups;
• soups;
• cheeses;
• canned food;
• caviar;
• jam;
• homemade preparations.

Thus, it turns out that you can carry caviar and cheese in hand luggage, but not more than 1 liter (in total), which is divided into 100 ml. containers. A normal person cannot imagine hard cheese poured into small bottles, and this often leads to misunderstandings between passengers and employees at airports.

It's a joke about cheese in bottles, but it is advisable that all liquids be in labeled containers, this way you will save yourself from unnecessary questions. It should be remembered that airport workers have the right to open any jar or tube and verify the contents, it doesn’t matter if there is expensive cream or baby food inside.

What can you carry in hand luggage?

What can you take in hand luggage on a plane? Here it is worth answering the following question for yourself, about the necessity of the things that you carry into the aircraft cabin. It’s understandable when you take documents and really valuable things with you, but when people bring things into the aircraft cabin that could easily survive the flight in the luggage compartment, the question arises: “Why?” I believe that you should take the most necessary and valuable things in your hand luggage, and either check in everything else as checked luggage or not take it at all on your trip.

Beverages

Any drinks in glass, plastic or cardboard packaging up to 100 ml. can be carried in hand luggage; the requirements for packaging drinks from Duty Free stores are more relaxed and are not limited to a volume of 100 ml.

You can carry any drinks and alcohol in your hand luggage, but the strength of alcoholic drinks must be no more than 70%; anything higher is considered a flammable substance and is not allowed for transportation in the aircraft cabin.

Food and food

There are no special requirements or restrictions for food (you should check with your airline) if you are bringing food within reasonable limits (a sandwich for the road or a few apples). It should be remembered that in some states there are strict regulations that prohibit the import of meat, dairy and other products. It should also be noted that some products (for example, cheese, yogurt or caviar) are considered liquids, and the package volume should not exceed 100 ml.

Here is a list of these liquid products:

• caviar;
• yoghurts (regular or drinking);
• soups;
• honey, jam;
• canned food (meat, fish, homemade preparations);
• foods with a lot of sauce or gravy.

Some airlines allow the following solid and dry foods to be taken into the cabin:

• sandwiches;
• sausages, cutlets, sausages;
• cookies, chips, bread, waffles;
• vegetables and fruits;
• sweets, cakes and pastries.

Electronics and modern gadgets

When going through customs at the airport, you will be asked to remove your laptop from your carry-on luggage and place it in the basket for later scanning. Laptop, phone, smartphone, etc. may not be taken into account in the weight of hand luggage and are considered personal items, but here you should study the airline’s rules more carefully.

On some flights to the United States, any electronic device larger than a smartphone is prohibited from being carried in carry-on baggage.

The following electronic devices can be carried in the aircraft cabin:

• mobile phone (with the exception of exploding Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphones);
• laptop, tablet, e-reader;
• camera, video camera;
• MP3, DVD player.

Medicines

Medicines and medicines needed on the trip can be taken in hand luggage, but please note that you may be asked to prove the need for certain medications (you should have a doctor's instructions on the need to take medications).

Care devices

The following personal devices can be carried in hand luggage.

• a safety razor and replacement blades for it, as well as an electric razor;
• hair dryer and other hair styling equipment;
• a toothbrush (including an electric one).

Cosmetics and hygiene products

In hand luggage you can take cosmetics and hygiene products in any (glass, plastic, paper, wooden, etc.) packages with a volume of up to 100 ml.

• cream, gel;
• suntan lotion or oil;
• toothpaste;
• deodorant (solid, spray, roll-on);
• hairspray and foam;
• liquid for contact lenses;
• shampoo, mask, hair conditioner, etc.

Other items in hand luggage

• literature and magazines;
• a painting (its size must not exceed the allowable size for hand luggage);
• dishes, glasses, sets, etc.;
• musical instrument;
• wedding dress and other clothes (must be carried in a special case - a briefcase, it is counted as one
• piece of hand luggage).

It is important to know some features that may surprise you right at the airport (read the passenger's story in the comments to this post). For example, an ordinary skateboard may be considered a weapon and will be asked to be checked in as luggage. I became interested and I checked with the airport representatives whether this was true or not, that’s what they told me. The full answer to my letter can be seen in the photographs.

In accordance with aviation security requirements, according to paragraph 72 of the Order of the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation dated July 25, 2007 No. 104: “items and substances that can be used as weapons of attack, but not prohibited for transportation on board the aircraft, are packaged and transported in as checked baggage.

All restrictions on carrying items in hand luggage can be divided into several groups.

• prohibited for safety reasons - weapons and toys that imitate them (firearms, piercing weapons, etc.), exploding Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphones, I think everything is clear here;
• prohibited for the convenience of passengers - everyone wants to smuggle their oversized cargo on board, but no one wants to sit next to a friend who brought oversized cargo into the cabin;
• prohibited for commercial purposes - using an airplane cabin as a “gazelle for transportation” is possible, but expensive. If you want to bring 50 kilograms of mangoes from Thailand, pay for the excess and bring them.

Now let's talk about this in more detail, recent events with exploding Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphones surprised and scared many. And as a result - a complete ban on the use of this smartphone model on board an aircraft.

Sharp objects, explosive loads and weapons

• It is prohibited to take in hand luggage firearms and any piercing or cutting objects (knife, corkscrew, razor blades, sharp manicure utensils, etc.);
• working tools (screwdrivers, nails, files, drills, etc.);
• sports equipment (skateboard, roller skates, scooters, baseball bats, etc.).

Electronics and modern gadgets are prohibited in hand luggage

After the scandal with the exploding Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphone, many countries banned bringing Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphones on board an airplane, and the Federal Air Transport Agency went even further and prohibited bringing this smartphone model even into the airport.

Many airlines have banned the carriage of small personal mobility aids powered by lithium batteries (unicycles, mini-Segways, hoverboards, hoverboards, etc.) in hand luggage and in the cargo compartment.

On March 21, 2017, US authorities banned the transportation of electronic devices in hand luggage, a ban is imposed on flights from the Middle East and North Africa. Passengers from these countries (Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Morocco, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates) traveling non-stop to the United States of America are prohibited from carrying laptops, tablets, cameras and other electronics in hand luggage. The UK also joined this ban.

Food and food

If you managed to bring food and other food products on board the plane (some airlines are not particularly picky about this), then it is advisable to destroy (eat) it there, since many countries prohibit the import of any agricultural products, meat, milk and etc. without proper certificates.

Carrying hand luggage on an airplane, tricks and life hacks

The main life hack “How not to overpay for excess luggage” is to leave everything unnecessary at home, but not everyone can give themselves such pleasure - traveling with a half-empty backpack, so I’ll tell you how I deal with excess weight in my carry-on luggage.

Usually, I travel with two backpacks, one large (about 45 liters), the other small (30 liters). At the beginning of your journey, all things (including a 30 liter backpack) are placed in a 45 liter backpack and fly as hand luggage in the cabin. During a long trip, backpacks are filled with all sorts of necessary (and not so necessary) things and on the way back they no longer fit into each other, and this is where you have to think about how to optimize the weight and size of your luggage.

Here is a sample list of actions to reduce the weight of your luggage after a long trip:

Make the most of your body- sounds strange, but if you understand that overweight is inevitable, then you can carry some of the things into the cabin of the plane on yourself in the literal sense of the word. For example, you can wear warm clothes from your luggage (it will probably be hot and you will look stupid), you can put small but heavy souvenirs in your pockets, etc.

If you go even further, you can buy fashionable and very practical clothes from the famous brand SCOTTeVEST. Their signature jackets are specially designed for travelers, with top models featuring over 40 pockets of all shapes and sizes to accommodate a variety of gadgets and devices. With such functionality, all SCOTTeVEST brand clothing looks fashionable and modern. Any of their little things, be it a cap or panties, will be provided with pockets for storage.

Get rid of everything unnecessary- there are things that there is no point in bringing back and you can get rid of them in a variety of ways, you can simply throw them in the trash, donate them to the natives or sell them off. On my Indian trip, a gift in the form of an ordinary ballpoint pen evoked extremely positive emotions among local children.

Find a travel companion- if you find a fellow traveler who doesn’t have as much luggage as you, you can always ask for a favor. But here you should be very careful and trust the person (and he should also trust you), because where is the guarantee that it may end up in the things you handed over and where is the guarantee that a new acquaintance will return your luggage.

Send part of your luggage by mail- every country has a post office and this fact should not be ignored. The cost of sending to Russia will cost some money, but it is much cheaper than tariffs for excess luggage.

When planning a trip, you need to remember the rules and regulations for carrying luggage on an airplane. If you forget about these requirements, or simply don’t know them, you can find yourself in an unpleasant situation.

Basics of flying on passenger aircraft in Russia and abroad

Exists are common rules and requirements that all travelers adhere to.

The passenger must remember:

• ABOUT full package of services according to kind . You can count on the help of a flight attendant in case of angry neighbors;
• ABOUT safety rules, which are discussed before the flight. You must follow the instructions, fasten your seat belts;

Smoking on board the aircraft is prohibited, and excessive drinking of alcoholic beverages is also prohibited.

• What prohibited verbal and physical abuse;
• What the passenger must inform the carrier about the transportation of animals in advance.

Are common requirements and rules baggage allowance:

1. It is not recommended to transport objects and literature religious nature;
2. Baggage allowance are set by the airline;
3. Suitcases must be in good working order, no cracks;
4. If you exceed the carry-on or baggage allowance, you must pay extra;
5. Can't be checked in as luggage alkali, acids, mercury, toxic and infectious substances.

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Standards for the carriage of baggage and hand luggage

During the flight, the cargo is located in the luggage compartment of the aircraft. Requirements for its transportation may vary depending on the airline, but in general they are similar.

Dimensions and permissible weight

The dimensions and permitted weight of both baggage and hand luggage differ depending on the chosen one.

For economy class: the size must not exceed 158 centimeters in total (length, width, height of luggage). Some airlines allow larger luggage. Permitted weight - 20 kilograms.

For business class: maximum luggage size is 158 centimeters. The weight of the suitcase is 32 kilograms.

Oversized luggage

• Musical instruments;
• Items for sports use;
• Technical devices, related to household;
• Baby strollers;
• Bicycles.

Baggage presented by the airline is accepted only if preliminary application, when booking a ticket. This category includes luggage whose total size exceeds 2 meters and weighs more than 30 kilograms.

It is necessary to report the carriage of such baggage when making a reservation or purchasing tickets. If items in this category do not correspond to size and weight, the airline has the right to refuse the passenger transportation of oversized baggage.

Limit per person

Many people ask the question: “How many bags can be checked in for 1 person?” One person can pass 1 suitcase, but if its weight is exceeded, airline employees may ask you to divide your items into two bags and pay extra for exceeding the limit.

Hand luggage

Hand luggage can be placed in the aircraft cabin. However, it must contain such things as do not pose a danger to passengers. The total size of the bag should not exceed 115 centimeters, weight varies from five to ten kilograms.

TO basic requirements carriage includes:

1. Liquid can be packaged in containers up to 100 ml;
2. All bottles must be packaged in plastic bag;
3. Overall volume liquid should not exceed one liter;
4. The package must be with a zipper, transparent;
5. You can take it with you, camera;
6. Cannot be carried in hand luggage there are toxic, noxious substances, piercing objects.

Payment

For certain items in your luggage you will have to pay extra. You should familiarize yourself with these rules in advance to avoid awkward situations.

What kind of cargo can be transported for free?

Baggage is carried free of charge, which does not exceed the norm. If its weight is no more than 20 and its mass is no more than 158 centimeters, hand luggage does not exceed 10 kilograms and 115 centimeters, you do not need to pay extra. Baggage and hand luggage do not exceed the allowance, so they are carried free of charge.

But there are airlines, often low-cost airlines, where plane tickets are much cheaper due to the fact that baggage and hand luggage allowances are very limited. For example, Pobeda Airlines allows you to take only personal items on board, and check in a bag weighing up to 10 kilograms as luggage.

Overpayment

If the weight or mass of baggage or hand luggage exceeds the norm, you must pay a certain amount. Usually it is 50 euros.

In some cases, there is an additional payment when transporting animals. However, this is discussed between the passenger and the airline in advance.

How to pack things correctly?

You can take almost everything into your luggage, but there are some exceptions, which are worth knowing about to avoid trouble.

Prohibited items

Under no circumstances should you carry the following items in your luggage:

• Strictly prohibited on board weapon;
• Lighter And solvent;
• Signaling devices;
• Magnetized And radioactive substances;
• Lithium batteries;
• Alkalis, acids And mercury.

Separately worth noting Polish for hair. This is a flammable substance and is prohibited from being transported, but not by all companies. There will be no problems if the hairspray is in liquid form.

In addition to the items listed above, you cannot carry in hand luggage:

1. Nail scissors pose a certain danger, they are packed in luggage;
2. Blades And razors;
3. Corkscrew;
4. if the volume of one bottle exceeds 100 ml;
5. Alcohol.

Some people believe that alcohol is strictly prohibited from being carried on an aircraft. This is not entirely true. Read whether it is possible to transport alcohol on an airplane.

• Money And documentation. Should be placed in a bag or carry-on luggage;
• Fragile items, they may break;
• Perishable foods.

What can you take?

The following items are allowed in your luggage:

1. Cloth And shoes;
2. Towels;
3. Tutorials;
4. , if it is not perishable: canned food, meat, baby food.

If there is a question of packing in luggage knife, there are special rules regarding such items. The length of the blade for a utility knife should not exceed 10 centimeters. The length of folding knives can be no more than six centimeters.

If the knives are souvenirs, you must have a certificate obtained from the seller, which states that these are souvenir products.

You should be careful with the knife - it should be good packed.

First-time travelers should know that luggage must be packed Right. If done carelessly or incorrectly, it may open during loading. Consequently, this may lead to the loss of certain things.

Clothes are folded into tight rolls. This is necessary to save space in your suitcase. Trousers and jeans are folded in half and placed on top. It is better to put shoes at the bottom, pack them in two separate bags and fold them on the sides of the suitcase. This way it will take up less space.

If bottles with liquid glass, you should wrap them in several layers of paper or clothing. This way the bottles won't break.

Inexperienced travelers should familiarize themselves with the recommendations and advice of experts.

How to send something without a passenger?

In some cases, it is necessary to send luggage by plane without a passenger. This is indeed possible and is actively practiced in modern world. However, you must follow several rules:

• The first thing you need to do is contact the airline and find out whether it is possible to send the required cargo to the desired city. In this case, the weight and weight of the luggage should be indicated;
• Further application is being processed, which indicates not only the characteristics of the baggage, but also information about the consignor and consignee;
• Are being discussed cargo delivery times also on an individual basis;
• Cargo items must be marked marking, having the data of the consignee;
• The company will announce a little later delivery day and the time when the cargo needs to be picked up;
• Baggage is obtained according to passport, or by powers of attorney in the cargo department of the airport.

What to do if your bags are lost?

There are situations when a passenger cannot find his luggage. At this moment he may feel confused. What to do in such a situation? If some advice:

1. You need to go to the counter lost luggage And fill out the form;

You should know that if your luggage is lost, the form at the check-in desk must be filled out in the target language or in English.

2. The questionnaire indicates contacts where you can contact the owner of the baggage;
3. Then all that remains is wait when the luggage is found. The airline staff will contact the owner of the baggage.

If you are traveling, then it is very important to get ready for the trip according to the rules, since in an unclear situation, analysis can take a long time.

If the child is small, parents don't stand in line for registration, and in order for the baby to feel comfortable on the plane, you need to take children’s toys with you.

When on a plane, the baby can be very unpleasant, he will start crying. It is recommended to breastfeed or bottle-feed him at this point.

In some cases it is necessary to do vaccinations. Certain countries make such demands. In this case, vaccinations are necessary not only for adults, but also for children.

If the child is older, you should explain to him in advance behavior rules in airplane.

Carriage rules children's luggage:

1. The foldable baby stroller can be checked in with the suitcase for free. There is no need to pay extra for it;
2. Baby strollers can weigh up to 12 kilograms. You will have to pay extra for the advantage;
3. Baby food can be placed both in luggage and hand luggage. Experienced tourists explain this by saying that the child may need food during the flight;
4. If the child older in age, he has a separate one, he can have luggage weighing up to 10 kilograms.

Thus, baggage is carried in a strictly defined amount. Having familiarized yourself with these recommendations and rules, the traveler will be ready for the trip and will avoid awkward and unpleasant situations.

Watch in this video general rules baggage allowance on the plane:

When packing luggage for a trip, you should take into account the rules for importing items of the country in which the passenger will arrive. Otherwise, you may encounter the unpleasant moment of having your things searched and confiscated. You need to clearly know what you cannot carry in your luggage on the plane or in what quantity. Since there are restrictions on the volume of liquid and other factors.

And if there is a violation in at least one of the parameters, the airline may require additional payment. In addition, children under 10 years of age are allocated a place for luggage weighing no more than 10 kilograms. After 12 years, the rate increases to standard.

Prohibited items for carriage in luggage when flying on any airline

The very first item on the list of items prohibited for transportation is a ban on potentially dangerous things, such as:

1. All types of weapons: firearms, cold steel, gas, pneumatic guns. This category also includes stun guns of any power.
2. Items created on the basis of explosives: TNT, ammonal, gunpowder, dynamite, explosive liquids and the like.
3. Pyrotechnic and signaling items: firecrackers, smoke bombs, signal flares.
4. Gas: substances liquefied and compressed in cylinders, technical or household, aerosol. This group also includes items such as a lighter and a can for refilling it.
5. Flammable liquids: ether, menthol, acetone, brake fluid, any substances based on petroleum products.
6. Highly flammable substances in solid form: matchboxes, potassium, sodium, phosphorus and others.
7. Substances containing poison and other toxic components based on nicotine, arsenic, strychnine, mercury.
8. Things that can contribute to corrosion: salt, acid, peroxide, lime.
9. Spreading radiation.
10. Items with a magnetized structure.

In addition, baggage transportation rules prohibit bringing on board any items that could damage the cargo or harm people’s health. For example, dry ice or asbestos.

When traveling to Russia from another country, it is worth knowing that the import of live plants, seeds or soil is strictly prohibited.

Important! It is allowed to transport piercing weapons such as a crossbow, scimitar, epee and sword in the luggage compartment of an aircraft.

What happens if prohibited items are found in a suitcase?

Once airport security officers discover that a passenger is carrying a dangerous weapon without a pre-approved permit, it is seized and turned over to the police. The airline client will be removed from the flight until the investigation is completed.

If the cargo prohibited for transportation by plane does not pose a danger or value, it is disposed of according to the rules. If items and valuables are important to the passenger, it is possible to leave them in storage to be retrieved upon return.

Usually things that are on the list of prohibited items are already found at the reception desk. Therefore, they are most often given to mourners or left in storage rooms. In addition, it is possible to send them through the post office. Items that cannot be carried in the cabin, but are permitted to be carried in the luggage compartment, will need to be transferred to luggage.

If employees customs service find prohibited items in your carry-on luggage during post-passport security screening, they will confiscate them. But the passenger has the opportunity, after drawing up a seizure report, to leave things with the airport service with a guarantee of return after the return flight. In some cases, airline employees meet halfway and independently hand over items to the baggage compartment with the possibility of receiving them on the belt.

If controversial situations arise, the passenger should carefully consider the situation and not be nervous. If you contact the airline employees kindly, the incident can be resolved without losing items dear to your heart. They will help you find a way out of this situation. If a passenger shows aggression, he may be removed from the flight.

What is allowed in luggage?

Any item that is not classified as dangerous can be carried on an airplane. For the convenience of passengers, airline tickets often provide the entire list of what can be carried in luggage. But it must be taken into account that there is no one standard for all countries. The main reference point in this case is the country where the passenger is going.

The list of such items, for example, includes religious items and books if the passenger lands in Dubai.

Alcohol that was purchased directly at the airport in a duty-free store is allowed to be carried in hand luggage. But provided that the packaging is not opened and there is a cash receipt. Low-cost airlines have slightly different rules in this regard and may not allow alcohol on board, even if purchased at a duty-free store. Or you will need to pay a certain fee.

In order to transfer prescription drugs and drugs that contain psychotropic or narcotic impurities, you will need to show a prescription from a doctor. If the flight is international, then they will also have to be declared to avoid problems with the customs service.

The only exception is passengers with diabetes who require insulin. They can carry syringes and glucometers along with the medicine.

Airlines when flying domestic flight They allow the carriage of solid food in the cabin if it does not exceed the weight or dimensions limit. But when flying internationally, you need to check in advance about the possibility of carrying food. It is often prohibited to take fish, meat or dairy products on such flights. This is due to the fact that such products are considered perishable, and there is a possibility of infectious diseases occurring, which can develop into an epidemic.

Items that can be put in luggage in a limited volume

Subject to precautions and restrictions, the following items can be checked into the luggage compartment:

1. Cutting things intended for household use.
2. Alcohol-based drinks must be transported in manufacturer's containers with an alcohol content of no more than 70%.
3. Liquids containing alcohol if they contain less than 24% alcohol.
4. Sports and household aerosols.
5. Thermometer packed in a standard case. No more than 1 piece per airline client.

What items can be carried in hand luggage, subject to restrictions:

1. Medical thermometers without mercury or in a case from the manufacturer. No more than one copy per passenger.
2. Barometer with mercury, hermetically packed with the sender's seal.
3. Non-refillable lighter, no more than one.
4. A mixture of dry ice intended to refrigerate perishable foods, but not exceeding two kilograms.
5. Three percent hydrogen peroxide in a volume of no more than one hundred milliliters per person.
6. Liquids and aerosols that do not endanger the life and health of passengers are transported in a volume of one hundred milliliters. Or packed in a plastic transparent bag of no more than one liter.

About transporting fragile items in luggage

Fragile items are processed according to the same principle as any other passenger item, based on weight or space occupied in the luggage compartment of the aircraft.

The baggage weight payment system is widespread in the CIS, Europe and Asian countries, it is assumed that things will be transported free of charge, but a limit is set. If the total weight of items exceeds the established parameters, the airline client will need to pay extra for the excess weight.

Paying for the space occupied by baggage is most often practiced in America, but at the same time, such a system can be found among air carriers in Australia, Russia and Europe. According to the rules, passengers in economy class are allowed to check into the luggage compartment one suitcase or bag weighing no more than twenty-three kilograms. Customers who have purchased business class tickets are given an additional seat with a total weight of no more than 64 kg.

When transporting fragile luggage, the entire procedure follows standard rules; the only difference is the mandatory mark, which must be attached to the package. All luggage marked with this sticker is loaded into the luggage compartment manually. However, airlines are not responsible for storing items.

If you are concerned that fragile cargo will not be safe, even with such a mark, it can be transported in hand luggage. But subject to the conditions on acceptable parameters, that is, the weight should not exceed 5-10 kilograms, depending on the established weight limit.

When transporting fragile cargo, it is necessary to provide it with high-quality packaging. For example, putting an item in a box with sealed walls. It is also necessary to avoid voids around it. It would be best to fill them with foam, paper parcels or clothing. Thus, the passenger will protect fragile cargo from chaotic movement inside the box.

If an airline customer is transporting liquids in glass bottles, they must be placed in an airtight container and then placed in a clear Ziploc bag.