Baggage size. Baggage allowance and hand luggage on Aeroflot flights

For many years in our country, Aeroflot has been considered the No. 1 company among air carriers, noticeably winning in many respects. Hundreds of people fly on this company's planes every day, most of whom have luggage with them, and almost every passenger has hand luggage.

To avoid unpleasant situations, you need to find out in advance the baggage allowance in Aeroflot 2020, and focus on them while preparing for the trip.

How to carry luggage with Aeroflot?

To have the most complete understanding of the passenger baggage control system, you should find out the basic concepts and rules of transportation:

• All belongings of passengers are divided into baggage and hand luggage. Bags and suitcases that are carried in a separate compartment of the aircraft and are marked with a special tag are called checked baggage.
• A passenger can take hand luggage and the most important things, such as a handbag, with him into the cabin.
• All items for transportation must go through a mandatory screening procedure at the airport for security purposes.
• Each traveler can count on both personal and luggage.
• On all Aeroflot destinations, a single calculation of the registration of bags is made, that is, according to the number of seats. This calculation is carried out depending on the selected ticket class and fare on a particular route.

Aeroflot free baggage allowance

In the economy class of Aeroflot, the baggage allowance is 1 piece for bags or suitcases, while it should not exceed 23 kg. If an air passenger purchases a ticket in economy class at premium fares, then he is entitled to two free seats weighing no more than 23 kg.

Comfort class passengers can also carry two pieces of baggage not exceeding 23 kg free of charge. At the same time, in all classes, weight is determined not by the total amount, but by individual baggage.

The maximum size for transporting baggage is also indicated for business class. When buying such a ticket, you can carry two pieces of baggage, the weight of each must not exceed 32 kg.

Another important rule of Aeroflot's 2020 baggage allowance is that if you measure a thing by length, width and height, then the total amount should not be more than 158 cm.

The next point that must be taken into account is this. Dimensions are determined by three components - width, height and thickness, which should have the following average values ​​​​- 55 * 40 * 20 cm. And the total amount of dimensions of things that can be taken into the cabin of the aircraft at free rates does not exceed 115 cm.

Air passengers purchasing an economy and comfort class ticket can carry one seat in the cabin free of charge hand luggage, the weight of the thing is not more than ten kg. Business class buyers are also entitled to one piece of baggage in the cabin of the aircraft according to a free standard, the maximum weight is 15 kg.

Sometimes Aeroflot conducts codeshare flights with other airlines, which are called codeshare. In this case, the free baggage allowances set by the partner firm will apply. Rossiya and Aurora Airlines belong to the Aeroflot group of companies, so the same rules apply there as when flying on the flights of the main Russian air carrier.

Baggage allowance 1pc Aeroflot 2020 – what does it mean? Such a phrase is on the ticket and means the amount of free baggage carried by the passenger. The figure indicates the number of bags or suitcases - from 1 to 3, including luggage and things transported in the cabin.

How much do I need to pay for excess baggage in Aeroflot?

In which case will you need to pay extra for overweight? Items fall into the category of excess baggage if they exceed the norm in terms of the number of pieces, dimensions or weight.

When, according to the rules, a passenger is allowed to take only one place in a separate compartment with things, then 2,500 rubles must be paid for the second additional bag or suitcase. For every third, fourth, fifth and more place you have to pay 7,500 rubles. Also, 7,500 for each additional item will be paid by travelers who are entitled to two free compartments per bag or suitcase in a special compartment.

Where do I need to pay for Aeroflot's excess baggage? This is usually done in the next window not far from the check-in counters. In any case, you can always check with any of the airport staff.

If free or paid baggage weighs more than the established standards, but not more than 32 kg, then the passenger will have to pay 2,500 rubles for overweight. And with the weight of a unit of transported items from 32 to 50 kg, you must pay 5 thousand rubles for the excess.

In 2020, Aeroflot also sets the baggage and carry-on baggage allowances for dimensions. If three dimensions are exceeded, 5,000 rubles should be paid, if the total amount is not more than two meters 3 centimeters. With the sum of dimensions over 203 cm, 7500 is paid for each piece of baggage. At the same time, in all cases, we are talking about both free and additionally paid things.

To summarize all of the above, we note how many things Aeroflot passengers can take with them:

1. Buyers of an economy ticket can transport luggage up to 23 kg and items for storage in the cabin up to 10 kg free of charge.
2. When buying a premium fare in economy, it is allowed to carry two baggage pieces of 23 kg each, hand luggage up to 10 kg - the same conditions apply to comfort class passengers.
3. Business ticket air passengers can take two items weighing up to 32 kg each and 1 item for storage in the cabin up to 15 kg.

If you did not find the information you need, please follow this link. You will be taken to the official website of Aeroflot, where you can ask a question to the customer support service about the rules and conditions of baggage allowance.

Baggage- items, things and other personal property of the passenger that are necessary or intended for wear (clothing), use, comfort or convenience associated with the passenger's journey.

This concept includes both checked and unchecked baggage of a passenger.

In order to ensure flight safety, all passenger items (luggage) that are planned to be carried on an aircraft must be presented at check-in for weighing and accounting.

Checked Baggage- Passenger's baggage accepted by the carrier under its own responsibility, for which such carrier has issued a baggage tag.

Each piece of checked baggage must be properly packaged to ensure its safety during transportation and handling under normal conditions and to exclude the possibility of access to the contents. Baggage that does not meet these requirements is not allowed for carriage.

Baggage that has external damage that does not affect its safety during transportation and handling under normal conditions may be accepted for transportation as checked baggage with the consent of the carrier. The presence and type of damage are confirmed by the signature of the passenger.

Checked baggage is transported in the hold of the aircraft.

Baggage, the weight of one piece of which in packed form exceeds 32 kg, is accepted for carriage only as cargo.

Free checked baggage allowance

* In the tariff brands "SMART", "FLEX", "BUSINESS", infants under 2 years of age (INF) are entitled to carry only 1 (one) piece of checked baggage weighing no more than 10 kg in accordance with the rules in force in the airline baggage.

For transportation on BELAVIA aircraft, passengers' baggage is accepted as checked baggage, one piece of which in a packed form does not exceed 158 cm in three dimensions and 32 kg in weight. The dimensions of a piece of checked baggage included in the free allowance for passengers under 2 years of age traveling without a separate seat in the cabin must not exceed 115 cm in the sum of three dimensions.

In the case of granting the privilege "Upgrading the service class on board" to the participants of the frequent flyer program "Belavia Leader" of the gold level, the free baggage allowance specified in the ticket is retained according to the original booking.

Attention! All flights economy class for regular Belavia flights purchased before 11/18/2019, they include free transportation of 1 piece of baggage weighing up to 23 kg and dimensions not exceeding 158 cm in the sum of three dimensions.

In addition to the established free baggage allowance Each passenger is also allowed to carry the following items free of charge:

• baby travel cradle / car seat for newborns / baby foldable stroller / stroller-cane / universal folding stroller-transformer (when traveling with an infant from 0 to 2 years old);
• wheelchair or other means of transportation for passengers with reduced mobility.

A baby travel cradle, a car seat for newborns, a foldable stroller, a walking stick, a convertible baby stroller, a wheelchair or other mobility aids for passengers with reduced mobility are transported only in the hold of the aircraft as checked baggage. If necessary, at the request of the passenger, these things may remain at his disposal until boarding the aircraft.

At the request of passengers traveling together with the same purpose of travel to the same airport (point) of destination or airport (point) of stopping on the same flight (family members, persons traveling together or on a business trip), BELAVIA Airlines will provide a combined by number of seats) free baggage allowance. In this case, baggage is issued individually for each passenger.

Free checked baggage allowance per passenger per charter flights must be specified when purchasing a ticket.

On code-share flights with other carriers, the actual operating carrier's baggage allowance may apply. In the event that transportation is carried out on flights of two or more carriers, including flights operated jointly with other carriers, the free baggage allowance is determined by the rules of the carrier dominant on the route.

Free baggage allowance does not apply to:

• oversized baggage (one piece in the sum of three dimensions exceeds the established dimensions: 158 cm for passengers' luggage or 115 cm for infants from 0 to 2 years old or 210 cm for sports equipment);
• weapons and ammunition for them, as well as other baggage requiring special conditions transportation;
• televisions, tape recorders and items of audio, video, household appliances weighing more than 10 kg;
• pets and birds, with the exception of guide dogs accompanying blind/deaf passengers (guide dogs are carried in the passenger cabin of the aircraft in excess of the free baggage allowance, payment for their transportation is not charged);
• flowers, plant seedlings, food greens weighing more than 5 kg;
• courier correspondence and parcels weighing more than 5 kg.

The carriage of these items is paid according to their actual number of pieces, regardless of the amount of passenger's baggage.

Unchecked baggage (hand baggage)- any baggage of a passenger, except for checked baggage, which is in the cabin of the aircraft under the supervision of the passenger during transportation.

Hand luggage carried by a passenger in the passenger cabin of an aircraft is not included in the free checked baggage allowance.

• money, jewelry, precious metals;
• securities and other valuables;
• business and personal documents (passports, certificates, etc.);
• medical certificates and medicines in limited quantities;
• video cameras, portable personal computers, mobile phones, cameras;
• keys and other valuable items.

To check the compliance of the dimensions of the things carried by passengers with the permitted standards for the carriage of hand luggage at airports, there are special frames-limiters.

Carry-on baggage allowance per passenger are:

* In all fare brands, infants under 2 years of age (INF) who do not occupy a separate seat in the aircraft cabin are entitled to carry only 1 (one) piece of unchecked baggage (hand baggage) weighing no more than 10 kg.

In addition to the established norm, each passenger is also allowed to carry the following things free of charge that he needs during the flight, if they are with him and not put in baggage:

• 1 handbag or 1 briefcase or 1 backpack or 1 case (bag) with a laptop, or a camera, or a video camera or other electronic device (the weight of each of the above items should not exceed 5 kg, dimensions should not exceed 40x30x10 cm);
• 1 folder for papers;
• 1 unit of outerwear;
• 1 suit in a suitcase (weighing no more than 5 kg);
• 1 umbrella or cane;
• 1 bouquet of flowers;
• printed publications for reading in flight;
• bag with purchases from the Duty Free store.

Passengers with children under 2 years of age can carry in the cabin free of charge baby food or baby items needed to care for a small child during the flight.

Passengers with reduced mobility can take crutches or a cane into the cabin free of charge.

The weight of an additional piece (thing) should not exceed 8 kg.

Free carry-on baggage allowance per passenger on charter flights must be clarified when purchasing an air ticket.

Excess baggage (paid)- part of the mass of baggage that exceeds the free baggage allowance established by the airline or that requires mandatory payment regardless of the specified allowance.

Transportation of excess, oversized baggage, as well as baggage that is not included in the free baggage allowance in accordance with the rules of the airline (including as part of the privilege of elite members of the Belavia Leader program), is carried out if there is free carrying capacity on the aircraft.

If the baggage exceeds the free baggage allowance in terms of the number of pieces, weight or the sum of three dimensions, an additional payment for checked-in excess baggage is required at the baggage rates indicated below.

Excess baggage rates:

* - The rate of EUR 25 applies to the purchase of the first piece of checked baggage weighing no more than 23 kg and dimensions no more than 158 cm in the sum of three dimensions for tickets issued at PROMO and LITE fares that do not include free checked baggage. The rate does not apply to the transportation of special categories of baggage (transportation of animals, equipment, weapons, musical instruments etc.), as well as for the transportation of oversized baggage.

On the territory of the Republic of Belarus, payment for excess baggage is carried out in Belarusian rubles.

If the free baggage allowance is exceeded in several categories, the total amount payable will be the sum of the respective rates for exceeding the free baggage allowance.

The above rates are applied both for direct (point-to-point) and transit transportation, if BELAVIA is the operating carrier along the entire route (for example, MSQ-B2-DME - 50 EUR, DME-B2-MSQ-B2-IEV - 50 EUR), as well as for complex routes involving two or more carriers, if BELAVIA is the dominant carrier on the route (for example, MSQ-B2-AMS-KL-ABZ - 50 EUR).

In the case when other air carriers, including code-share flights, participate in transportation besides BELAVIA, the rates for payment for the carriage of excess baggage are determined according to the rules of the dominant carrier.

Transportation of special categories of baggage

Transportation of sports equipment

1 (one) set of packed sports equipment weighing one piece not more than 23 kg and dimensions not more than 210 cm in the sum of three dimensions is transported free of charge in addition to the established free baggage allowance in the corresponding service class.

For each subsequent set of sports equipment or for each subsequent piece of sports equipment, a fee of 50 EUR is charged for 1 (one) set / 1 piece of sports equipment.

If the weight of 1 (one) set of sports equipment is more than 23 kg, an additional fee of 50 EUR for 1 (one) set of sports equipment is charged.

Transportation of sports equipment requires prior approval from the airline.

The types of sports equipment that is carried in accordance with the specified rules are listed below

• Bicycle weighing 23 kg- Bicycle without motor, children's bicycle
• 23 kg golf equipment- 1 golf case, clubs, balls, golf shoes
• Ski equipment up to 23 kg- 1 pair of skis, 1 pair of ski poles, 1 pair of ski boots
• Tandem bike up to 23 kg- Tandem bike
• Water skis up to 23 kg- 1 pair of water or slalom water skis
• Archery equipment up to 23 kg- 1 set of arrows and bow in a protective container
• Snowboard equipment up to 23 kg- 1 snowboard, 1 pair of boots
• Fishing equipment weighing up to 23 kg- 2 fishing rods, bag or box, 1 pair of fishing boots, net
• Hockey equipment weighing up to 23 kg- 1 hockey bag, sticks, 1 pair of skates, 1 set of protective body pads, 1 helmet
• Diving equipment up to 23 kg- 1 diving mask, 1 snorkel, fins, wetsuit, regulator, empty oxygen bottle, flashlight
• Tennis, squash and badminton equipment up to 23 kg- 2 rackets and a set of balls in a pack for tennis, squash and badminton
• Rubber boat up to 23 kg- 1 rubber boat, 1 pair of oars
• Surfboard up to 23 kg- 1 surfboard up to 2m long
• Fencing equipment weighing up to 23 kg- 1 bag with helmet, uniform and fencing weapon
• Roller skates/sports skates up to 23 kg- 1 pair of skates, 1 set of protective equipment (knee pads, elbow pads, etc.), 1 helmet
• Skateboard up to 23 kg- 1 board, 1 set of protective equipment (knee pads, elbow pads, etc.), 1 helmet
• Parachuting equipment weighing up to 23 kg- 1 set of skydiving equipment
• Pole vault equipment up to 23 kg- 1 set of pole vault equipment

Transportation of animals

Animals (weight including container) are not included in the free baggage allowance.

When transported in the cabin of an aircraft, the maximum dimensions of the container should not exceed 55x40x20 cm, the maximum weight of the animal together with the container should not exceed 8 kg.

container requirements

The cage or container should be large enough and strong enough with a solid, waterproof bottom and enough ventilation holes on three sides. There should be enough space inside the cage or container to allow the animal to naturally turn around, stand up, sit down or lie down. The door of the cage or container should be tightly closed, but not closed.

Attention! Carriages with both soft and hard walls are allowed for transportation of an animal in the cabin of the aircraft, provided that such a carrier complies with the standards established for hand luggage. Padded carriers are not suitable for pets as checked baggage.

One passenger has the right to carry no more than one animal in the passenger cabin of the aircraft.

Transportation of several live animals in one container is prohibited.

Pets are not transported in the business class cabin.

Fee for transporting animals in the passenger cabin is 50 EUR / 60 USD / 50 GBP*.

Animals weighing more than 8 kg are transported in the luggage compartment.

The fee for transporting an animal in the baggage compartment is:

• weighing up to 8 kg - 50 EUR / 60 USD / 50 GBP*
• weighing from 8 kg to 32 kg - 100 EUR / 120 USD / 100 GBP*
• weighing from 32 kg to 70 kg - 150 EUR / 180 USD / 150 GBP*.

Animals weighing more than 70 kg are accepted for carriage only as cargo.

When transporting animals (birds), the passenger is obliged to provide the necessary documents provided for by the legislation of the Republic of Belarus, international treaties and the legislation of the country, to the territory, from the territory or through the territory of which the transportation is carried out.

Transportation of animals requires prior approval from the airline.

The maximum number of animals allowed to be transported in the baggage compartment on one aircraft is limited.

Transportation of musical instruments

Small musical instruments with dimensions and weight not exceeding the free carry-on baggage allowance established by the airline for the corresponding class of service are allowed to be carried in the aircraft cabin upon payment of a fee of 50 EUR / 60 USD / 50 GBP* one way, if such a musical instrument not included in hand luggage and carried as an additional piece of hand luggage.

If the passenger's hand luggage, including a musical instrument, does not exceed the allowed free carry-on baggage allowance in accordance with the class of service, the fee for the carriage of a musical instrument is not charged.

* The rate in USD applies only to the sale of shipments in Israel, the rate in GBP - only to the sale of shipments in the UK. For all other territories, the rate in EUR applies.

When transporting musical instruments in the passenger cabin of an aircraft in an additional seat, the rules for carrying baggage in the passenger seat apply. The weight of the instrument must not exceed 84 kg, the dimensions must not exceed 135x50x30 cm. For each individual seat, a fee is charged corresponding to the fare applied to pay for the air transportation of a passenger carrying a musical instrument.

Transportation of musical instruments in the baggage compartment of an aircraft is carried out in accordance with the rules for the carriage of excess baggage established for the corresponding class of service.

Transportation of weapons (sporting / hunting / combat + ammunition)

One set of weapons includes one container with a gun (or several guns belonging to one passenger) and one container with ammunition. The weight of one set of weapons must not exceed 23 kg.

The weight of ammunition together with the container must not exceed 5 kg per passenger.

Weapons are not included in the free baggage allowance.

The fee for transporting one set of weapons is 50 EUR / 60 USD / 50 GBP*.

* The rate in USD applies only to the sale of shipments in Israel, the rate in GBP - only to the sale of shipments in the UK. For all other territories, the rate in EUR applies.

Transportation of weapons requires prior approval from the airline.

The passenger must have a permit from the relevant government authorities confirming the right to possess and use, as well as a permit from the relevant government authorities confirming the right to export, import or transit weapons.

Carriage of baggage with the provision of additional seats in the passenger cabin of the aircraft

Baggage that requires special precautions (film, photo, television, video, radio equipment, electronic and optical devices, office equipment, musical instruments, fragile items) can be transported in the passenger cabin of the aircraft with placement on a separate passenger seat(s).

The weight of luggage carried in the passenger cabin must not exceed 84 kg, and the dimensions of the luggage must not exceed 135x50x30 cm.

The package of baggage carried in the passenger cabin of the aircraft must have devices for its fastening in the passenger seat.

Registration of baggage transportation with the provision of additional seats in the passenger cabin of the aircraft is carried out only at the airline's ticket offices, offices of agencies or representative offices of the airline upon prior agreement with the airline. The passenger must inform the airline or its agent about the carriage of baggage in the passenger cabin of the aircraft with its placement on additional passenger seats when booking a carriage or purchasing a ticket and pay for a separate passenger seat(s) for this baggage.

For the carriage of baggage in the passenger cabin of the aircraft, a separate ticket is issued, the cost of which is 100% of the fare at which the carriage of the accompanying passenger is issued, without the collection of taxes and fees, for one additional passenger seat. When carrying baggage on several passenger seats, the cost of transportation is calculated based on the number of passenger seats required to accommodate luggage.

An air ticket issued and paid for an additional seat in the passenger cabin of an aircraft for the carriage of special baggage is not subject to the free baggage and hand baggage allowance and is not provided with meals.

Delivery of baggage carried in the passenger cabin of the aircraft to the board of the aircraft, its lifting, placement in the cabin of the aircraft, removal from the aircraft and delivery from the aircraft to the terminal is carried out by the passenger independently.

Responsibility of the passenger for the execution of documents necessary for the carriage of baggage. The passenger is obliged to comply with the legislation of the Republic of Belarus, international treaties of the Republic of Belarus and the legislation of the country, to the territory, from the territory or through the territory of which the baggage is carried, regarding the carriage of baggage, compliance with the requirements for ensuring flight safety, aviation security, as well as requirements related to customs, sanitary-quarantine, veterinary, phytosanitary and other types of control.

Luggage collection at the airport. A baggage tag is attached to each piece of baggage, and a tear-off coupon of the baggage tag remains with the owner of the baggage. The tear-off ticket of the baggage tag must be kept for baggage collection at the destination airport.

Responsibility of the airline in international transportation for the loss of baggage accepted for carriage without a declared value is limited to an amount equivalent to 20 US dollars per 1 kg of baggage weight.

Belavia Airlines is not responsible for fragile items, perishable products, banknotes, jewelry, precious metals, securities and other valuables, business and personal documents, medical certificates, medicines, keys, video cameras, cameras, portable personal computers, mobile phones and other items included in the checked baggage electronic equipment, regardless of whether the carrier knows about the presence of these things in the baggage or not.

FOR SECURITY

Airline not accepted or accepted in limited quantities for transportation in checked baggage the following items and substances:

• firearms and edged weapons of all types (including gas and traumatic) without the appropriate permission of the competent authorities;
• compressed and liquefied gases;
• corrosive and oxidizing substances and liquids;
• flammable solids and liquids;
• magnetized substances;
• radioactive materials;
• mercury or other substances and objects with similar characteristics, questionable in the safety of their transportation, which can be used for arson, explosion or threatening the safety of passengers and crew members.

Please note that the rules for the carriage of dangerous goods and substances may differ from airline to airline. Be careful if your itinerary consists of flights operated by several carriers - read these rules in advance on the official website of these companies or in their help desk.

If you are still not sure whether certain items and substances are suitable for transportation, please refer to the IATA list or the special section.

ATTENTION!

Belavia Airlines not accepted as hand luggage for transportation in the passenger cabin of an aircraft:

• items that really imitate weapons (toys, plastic and metal models);
• all sharp, cutting and piercing objects (knives, daggers, scissors, knitting needles, shaving blades, manicure sets);
• cutlery (knives, forks, spoons, corkscrews);
• working tools (knives, hammers, screwdrivers, chisels, darts, nail files, including nails);
• sports equipment (bits, golf clubs, cricket clubs, billiard cue, ski ammunition, etc.);
• syringes, including disposable ones (passengers who need injections during the flight - diabetics, allergy sufferers, etc., must provide confirmation from the attending physician);
• firearms and ammunition;
• explosives, ammunition, illuminators and rockets;
• compressed and liquefied gases, corrosive and oxidizing materials and substances;
• poisonous, poisonous and irritating substances;
• magnetized and radioactive materials;
• flammable solid and liquid substances;
• briefcases and suitcases equipped with security devices;
• mercury and other substances and objects that raise suspicions about the safety of their transportation and which can be used for arson, explosion or threatening the safety of the lives of passengers and crew members of the aircraft.

ATTENTION! CARRIAGE OF ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES AND THE SAME VAPORIZERS IN CHECKED BAGGAGE IS FORBIDDEN!

FOR SAFETY, ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES AND SIMILAR EVAPORATORS MUST BE CARRIED ONLY IN HAND BAGGAGE!

Transporting devices with lithium and lithium-ion batteries

Lithium batteries are used in phones, laptops, electronic cigarettes and other electrical devices. DO YOU KNOW THEY ARE DANGEROUS? If the lithium battery is damaged or a short circuit occurs, a fire may start.

Do not place lithium batteries in checked baggage. Lithium and lithium-ion batteries must only be carried in carry-on baggage.

During flight, the batteries in devices such as laptops, cameras, movie cameras, mobile phones, etc., must be placed in the "Off" mode. Measures should also be taken to ensure that such devices placed in checked baggage cannot spontaneously activate their batteries.

Vehicles powered by lithium or lithium ion batteries are classified as "dangerous goods" and require special attention and compliance with special requirements for their transportation by air.

Samples of personal vehicles powered by lithium and lithium-ion batteries

AT recent times small-sized personal vehicles such as hoverboards, mini-segways, unicycles (airwheel), electric unicycles (solowheel), varieties of scooters (balance wheel), etc. are becoming increasingly popular. Transportation of the said personal vehicles driven by lithium or lithium-ion batteries is allowed on BELAVIA flights in checked baggage or hand baggage only by prior agreement with the airline and under strict observance of the following conditions :

• the passenger must have a passport of an electric mobile device or its technical description;
• the battery that drives the electric device for movement must be factory-produced with a capacity of not more than 160 W / h;
• the body of the electric mobile device without a battery must be placed in a protective case and checked in for carriage as checked baggage;
• the total number of batteries carried by one passenger in hand luggage must not exceed 2 (two).

Belavia Airlines reserves the right, in case of violation of these requirements, to refuse transportation or remove from transportation an already accepted small-sized personal vehicle and is not responsible for its safety in this case.

Transportation of vehicles used for medical reasons or due to disability (wheelchairs and other types of personal vehicles for persons with reduced mobility) on the aircraft of the airline is carried out only in luggage compartments .

Samples different types wheelchairs

• Manual wheelchairs
• Power wheelchairs
• Sports wheelchairs

Transportation of all types of personal vehicles used for medical reasons or in connection with disability is subject to the following conditions:

• it is necessary to agree in advance with the airline the conditions of such transportation and prepare the vehicle in accordance with the instructions of the carrier;
• if such a personal vehicle is powered by 1 (one) lithium or lithium-ion battery, then the battery power on such a device must not exceed 300 Wh;
• if the device contains 2 batteries, then the power of each of them should not exceed 160 W / h;
• in addition, it is allowed to transport 2 spare batteries with a capacity of not more than 160 W / h or one spare battery with a capacity of up to 300 W / h. Spare batteries are only allowed in carry-on baggage;
• the battery must be completely disconnected from the electrical device;
• the disconnected battery must be completely discharged, placed in a plastic bag and put in hand luggage for transportation in the passenger cabin of the aircraft;
• in case the battery cannot be disconnected from the vehicle, then it should be placed in the off mode and the terminals wrapped with insulating tape.

REMEMBER! NO BATTERY CAN BE ACCEPTED FOR TRANSPORTATION IF THERE IS NO MANUFACTURER'S MARK ON IT!

All spare battery terminals must be protected against short circuits. To do this, the batteries must be in their original factory packaging or their terminals are wrapped with insulating tape or each battery is placed in a separate plastic bag.

The carriage of lithium batteries on an aircraft depends on the configuration of the lithium battery or its watt-hour (for rechargeable) or lithium content (for non-rechargeable).

Use the following table to determine if your battery can be accepted for carriage:

To convert amp-hours to watt-hours, multiply amp-hours by voltage.

Types of lithium batteries

Small lithium batteries and batteries, which include batteries for mobile phones, watches, MP3 players and most original laptop batteries. The maximum power of such batteries is 100 watt-hours.

Medium Lithium Batteries and Cells, which includes larger batteries and cells. For example, batteries with extended life for laptops, as well as batteries used for professional audio and video equipment. These lithium batteries have a capacity of 100 to 160 watt-hours.

Large lithium batteries and cells are primarily used in industry. The large rechargeable battery has a capacity of over 160 watt-hours. Large batteries can be found in electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as vehicles and scooters.

Note: Other available battery types, such as Ni-Cad (Nickel Cadmium) and Alkaline, may be carried in both checked baggage and carry-on baggage, provided that they are adequately protected against possible short circuits.

– a guarantee of a calm trip, no additional payments and the safety of personal belongings.

During a business trip or vacation, it is permissible to check in a travel accessory in the luggage compartment or take it to the cabin of the aircraft and save time on customs control. To avoid unpleasant surprises while traveling, it is important to carefully study the baggage allowances of airlines, take into account the selection rules and find the model of the optimal size.

What to consider when choosing a travel accessory?

If you decide to buy a suitcase for travel, pay attention to the factors that will help determine the type of model:

• The number of travelers. Roomy accessories are optimal for family vacation, and small bags and briefcases for traveling alone.
• Owner's age. For young travelers, it is better to choose special children's accessories, which are distinguished by their minimum weight, small size and handle length. As a rule, such models are easily recognizable by colorful drawings or images of cartoon characters.
• Trip duration. If you have a long trip or business trip ahead of you, pick up a large or medium travel accessory model.

Before choosing a travel bag, you should decide how to carry luggage. With a small number of things, it is permissible to take the accessory on board the aircraft if the dimensions comply with air transportation standards. Read the list of allowed and prohibited items in advance so as not to get into an awkward situation during the control. In other cases, it is necessary to hand over things to the luggage compartment.

Maximum external dimensions and weight of luggage allowed for economy class

According to air regulations passenger traffic, each airline sets the allowable size of the bag in hand luggage and the weight of the suitcase, which is handed over to the luggage compartment.

If you plan to take on a trip a large number of things, you should not carry a bag in the cabin. For transportation, it is advisable to choose an accessory of a suitable volume:

• large, with a volume of over 70 liters and a height of 70 cm;
• medium, with a volume of 25 liters and a height of up to 65-70 cm;
• small, up to 25 liters and a height not exceeding 65 cm.

When choosing a bag or suitcase, it is important to choose the optimal dimensions. If there is free space, clothes will become unsightly, and if the suitcase is too small, you will not be able to take all the necessary things.

Please note that it is necessary to choose travel accessories in Moscow taking into account the rules of transportation. The weight of one piece of baggage should not exceed 32 kg per piece, while the allowance per passenger is 20-23 kg and depends on the carrying capacity of the aircraft, airline rules and flight class.

If, during check-in for a flight, the airport staff finds an excess, the passenger will be offered to pay a fee, according to the established tariff, or remove things from the suitcase. Compliance with weight and size restrictions is necessary for the safety of passengers, so carriers carefully check the dimensions of luggage before departure.

Rules for choosing large and medium suitcases

When you have determined the allowable dimensions for a suitcase, it is important to choose the right model. For accessories of large and medium sizes, the material of manufacture and the quality of the fittings are especially important due to the increased load on the body and axle.

To ensure the safety of things, use these simple tips:

• choose models made of high-quality plastic that will protect fragile items and withstand the weight of luggage, or durable textiles;
• pay attention to the handle mechanism, individual wheel mounts and axle strength;
• check zippers and security system.

  When choosing textiles, give preference to models with additional compartments to increase volume and special straps that will ensure the safety of luggage.

To find out how to choose a travel bag in Moscow or a large suitcase for a family trip, use the services of professional consultants provided by brand stores for free.

Dimensions of carry-on accessories

According to the rules air transportation, the allowable dimensions of hand luggage on the plane are 55×40×20 cm or 115 cm in total. Compliance with the dimensions allows you to remove the accessory on top shelf cabin, which is necessary to ensure the safety of passengers.

To check whether hand luggage in the aircraft cabin complies with established standards, some airports offer passengers to use the measurement compartments.

If you decide to carry luggage in the cabin of the aircraft, the weight of the bag should not exceed 5-10 kg. Airline standards are set on an individual basis depending on the class of flight and accommodation options.

Suitable for hand luggage:

• small suitcases;
• shoulder bag with two handles;
• practical backpack;
• beauty case;
• case-pilot and portlet.

As a rule, manufacturers indicate the dimensions of a suitcase in hand luggage along with the name of the material and other characteristics.

To avoid unpleasant situations during the flight, it is important to take into account not only the size of the carry-on bag, but also the list of items that are allowed on board the aircraft. In the presence of aerosols, manicure accessories or liquids with a volume of more than 100 ml, customs officers will offer passengers to dispose of the items in a special container.

It is advisable to purchase bags for hand luggage in reliable online stores that are ready to offer a wide range of quality products. Prompt delivery in Moscow and the regions will allow you to receive the ordered goods and comfortably go on a trip or business trip.

It is well known that the aircraft is one of the fastest and most reliable means of transport. Flight safety is carried out through the introduction of certain rules and international standards that control the norms of flights. The control of the allowed baggage weight per person is one of the important principles of aircraft flight safety.

Restrictions on baggage carried during flights sometimes put a person in a deadlock, you either have to overpay a tidy sum to airlines for exceeding the weight limit, or not to take much-needed personal items with you on the road.

The baggage itself, which the passenger carries, is conditionally divided into 3 categories.

Before check-in for a flight, you should familiarize yourself with the rules of transportation of the airline, clarify all the details of the baggage rules of interest. This will help save your nerves and time.

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General rules for carrying baggage on an airplane

If you want to know, as well as familiarize yourself with the general rules of transportation, you can read an article about this on our portal.

Weight restrictions on luggage are set by the airline depending on the direction of flight and the class of service chosen by passengers during air transportation. Until recently, all companies carrying passengers allowed free baggage allowance with a total weight of no more than 20 kg (in business class - 30 kg).

On the this moment new rules for the transport of goods and personal belongings. So, one passenger is given exactly 1 piece of luggage, even if the weight of the items carried is less than the established norm. In other words, it will not be possible to hand over two 10 kg suitcases to the registration department. For such luxury, you will have to pay a substantial amount of money.

The weight system for the transportation of personal belongings, luggage and hand luggage is used by airlines of the CIS countries, Europe, and Asia. According to the rules of such a system, each passenger has the right to carry the following number of items (in kilograms) without additional payment:

• in economy class - 20 kg per person;
• business class - allows you to carry up to 30 kg of baggage per passenger;
• if a child under the age of 2 years will fly with you on the plane, then an additional 10 kg of baggage is allowed to be carried. Passengers with small children can easily use this advantage.

Sometimes airlines bonus programs, whose participants have a privileged right to transport additional things. What else is a good weight transportation system? It, for example, allows family members, friends or relatives who are traveling on the same flight to combine their luggage. Often a married couple or people who know each other well fly together. Then it becomes convenient to fold and check in several luggage as one common.

Among the shortcomings of the weight system of baggage allowance can be noted - an overpayment even for a slight excess. The airline determines how much the passenger must pay extra for each extra kilogram of baggage carried. It is for this reason that people often refuse flights that offer a weight system for transporting things.

Video - Aircraft baggage allowance

Quantitative baggage system

The rules established by the quantitative air transportation system allow the passenger to carry baggage strictly according to the number of seats, depending on the class of service. In economy class, it is allowed to occupy 1 piece for luggage, business and luxury class passengers are given 2 pieces for this purpose.

But there are still weight restrictions, they are discussed in detail in the table below.

When the total weight of the carried baggage and carry-on baggage does not exceed 10 kg, the passenger is allowed to occupy an unlimited number of seats, of course within reasonable limits. For example, if you are flying in economy class using the quantitative transportation system, and the total baggage is less than 10 kg, it is allowed to carry it in 3 suitcases, thereby occupying 3 seats.

Bonus promotions that are sometimes held will provide an opportunity to take an extra 1-2 places for luggage. The rules for participation in such profitable events should be clarified with the management of the airline.

If you compare the weight and quantity system of transportation, then you need to use the one that will be convenient for you. The air transportation system by the number of seats makes it possible to carry baggage several kilograms more than weight, but the price of a ticket can be more expensive.

When using a quantitative transportation system, it is important to consider the size of luggage. The width, height and length of the suitcase in total should not exceed 158 cm, the weight system increases this figure to 203 cm.

Rules for the carriage of hand luggage

The weight of hand luggage carried by different airlines ranges from 5 to 12 kg, each passenger is provided with 1 seat for this purpose. securities, money, bank cards belong to personal belongings, you don’t have to worry about their transportation, since this is not hand luggage. In the cabin, you can also carry items of clothing with you (a coat, a jacket, a raincoat in the passenger’s hand are equated to his personal belongings, it is not necessary to hand them over to the cargo compartment).

When transporting things to the cabin vehicle It is necessary to take into account not only the weight of hand luggage, but also its dimensions. The width, length, height of the luggage carried inside must comply with the established standards, otherwise, the airline will prohibit the carriage of hand luggage.

Rules for the carriage of certain types of goods

Carriage of baggage that does not meet the recommended dimensions is carried out with the consent of the airline's management. If a person wants to hand over a home theater, sports equipment weighing more than 32 kg, a refrigerator to the cargo compartment, they should inform about this in advance. Not every aircraft, due to its design, can carry such cargo.

What to do when transporting breakable dishes, glassware, dinnerware or an expensive vase? In such situations, the passenger must indicate in advance during check-in that the items carried may break on the way. The service personnel will mark the cargo with a special sticker. But if the thing still breaks, the airline disclaims responsibility for what happened. Therefore, fragile or valuable items and gold jewelry are best transported in the passenger compartment.

What is forbidden to be transported on airplanes?

There is a ban on the transportation of certain goods, which significantly increases the safety of flights. Whichever country you are flying to, the following items will not be allowed on aircraft:

• corrosive (caustic) and destructive substances - devices that contain alkali, mercury, acid;
• gases in any form (poisonous, flammable, compressed, liquefied) are strictly forbidden to be transported in airliners;
• solid or liquid substances that can catch fire (matches, gasoline, lighter, varnish, paints, etc.);
• explosive substances - cartridges from any weapon, pyrotechnic products, firecrackers, detonators, weapons;
• materials with increased radioactivity, poisons and toxic substances are also strictly prohibited;
• bags, briefcases in which a signaling device is built in.

These items and substances cannot be transported either in the cargo compartment of the aircraft or in its cabin.

Prohibited substances and items

With regard to hand luggage and personal belongings carried by passengers, the prohibition applies to means that can be equated with edged weapons, or are such. No airline will allow you to carry in the cabin: knives, swords, sabers, scissors, razors. Sometimes the attendants can even confiscate a nail file from a passenger. All these measures are taken as a precaution.

If you are going to fly on an airplane, you should not think that the airline invented the rules for limiting the weight of transported baggage in order to increase profits from air transportation, or to cause inconvenience to passengers. Weight control during transportation is designed to protect passengers from emergencies, because flying on an overloaded aircraft is always a risk, and an unjustified one at that.

Video - Baggage and hand luggage on the plane

So, an exciting journey awaits you. Tickets have already been bought, thoughts are melting with anticipation of novelty and pleasant pleasures. For thoughts to become reality, you just need to properly prepare for the journey. And you need to start by packing the things that you will need during the trip.

When packing your suitcase, remember that on the way back it is always heavier from purchases and gifts. We remind you that everything you take on the road must be divided into two unequal parts:
- hand luggage
- checked baggage

One will be with you in the cabin and is called hand luggage (or cabin luggage if it is stored in a special cabin locker if you wish). You are responsible for its safety.

And the second will fly with you, but in the luggage compartment of the aircraft and is called checked baggage. The airline is responsible for the safety of this baggage.

Keep in mind that the rules for carrying luggage on an airplane for hand luggage and checked luggage are different. Those. what you can carry with you under the guise of checked baggage may be prohibited for transportation in the cabin. So below are the basic rules for carrying luggage

HAND BAGGAGE - hand luggage in an airplane, it can weigh from 5 to 18 kilograms (depending on the requirements of the carrier's airline, route, fare, ticket). As a rule, hand luggage consists of:

All required documents(passports, business securities, credit cards, vouchers, insurance)
- valuable and fragile things (video cameras, laptops, jewelry, glasses, etc.)
- vital medicines, baby food
-and the rest depends on your tastes and personal life.

Approximate hand luggage size
For the safety and comfort of passengers, hand luggage must not exceed the allowable dimensions so that it can be stowed under the seat of an aircraft seat. Usually these are dimensions 55x40x20 cm.

There are exceptions, for example, Air Astana allows business class passengers to carry hand luggage weighing up to 18 kilograms in the aircraft cabin. And with Lufthansa, first and business class passengers are allowed to take two pieces of hand luggage, and for economy class passengers - one. The allowable dimensions of one piece of hand luggage have been increased to 55x40x23, and the weight should not exceed 23 kilograms.

The main thing that should not be forgotten is that any objects that pose a danger to others, their imitators and models (these are radioactive, poisonous substances, weapons, piercing, cutting and explosive objects) are strictly prohibited in the passenger’s hand luggage.

Due to the increasing terrorist attacks, requirements have been tightened and restrictions on liquids have been introduced, even on toilet and cosmetic products (curiously, shaving foam and toothpaste are also classified as liquids). The maximum volume of liquid in any container must not exceed 100 milliliters, and the total amount of liquid per person in hand luggage cannot exceed one liter. In addition, all liquids must be placed in one resealable transparent bag.

And the rest of the liquids exceeding this volume will have to be packed in checked baggage, they will be accepted there without any problems. Baby food, medicines that may be needed during the flight can be packed in a transparent non-sealed bag.

Carrying liquids on an airplane
In addition to the free baggage allowance, you can carry alcohol, cigarettes and perfumes purchased at Duty Free, clothing, flowers, canes, umbrellas, a folded pram, a cradle, a book, a laptop (they are not shown when weighing).

CHECKED BAGGAGE. We figured out the hand luggage, now we will pack the checked luggage. Checked baggage allowances are established by only two systems:

Restriction (norms) on the number of seats and weight
- restriction (norms) by weight

In most cases, there are norms for the number of seats. What does it mean? The passenger has the right to carry free of charge:
in business class - two seats weighing no more than 32 kilograms each
in economy class - one seat, no more than 23 kilograms each

Some companies, in order to attract customers, allow an additional number of pieces of free baggage allowance. For example, on Czech airlines, holders of Gold, Elite Plus cards are entitled to free transportation of one additional piece of baggage, but weighing no more than 23 kilograms.

What should be kept in mind when packing things? The rules for carrying luggage on an airplane state that the weight of the luggage cannot be summed up! If one suitcase is heavier than the norm, and the other is lighter than the permissible norm, but in total they do not exceed the permissible norm, then you still have to pay extra for the excess of the first suitcase. The weight of a suitcase or bag is taken into account when weighing them.

Remember! During transportation, the weight of the luggage is not cumulative.
Weight restriction (weight baggage allowance) means that a passenger has the right to carry any number of bags free of charge, but their total weight must be equal to or less than the norm for a given route and service standard class. The current weight allowance for a particular route must be found on the ticket or in the fare rules on the airline's website. For example, for Air Astana, the total weight of baggage and hand luggage is not more than thirty kilograms for business class and twenty kilograms for economy class passengers.

What is the size limit for free baggage allowance? According to safety requirements, the maximum size of one piece of packed baggage is established by the sum of three dimensions (length, width, height). As a rule, this is 158 cm. There are also exceptions here - for Utair.ru and S7 Airlines, in terms of dimensions, one piece of packed baggage should not exceed 203 centimeters and weigh 32 kilograms at the comfort class fare.

For wheelchairs, musical instruments, sports equipment that cannot be divided into parts, an exception is made.

Absolutely all airlines general rule– excess baggage in terms of weight, quantity, dimensions must be paid at the appropriate rates. Each company has its own rates for paying the excess.

Attention! If you pay extra for overweight - the weight of one piece of checked baggage cannot exceed 50kg!

In addition to the baggage requirements of the carrier's airlines, each specific country has a list of things and products that are restricted or prohibited from being imported into or exported to the country. For example, more than 200 cigarettes cannot be imported into Turkey, and gambling equipment is prohibited from being imported into Israel.