What is a hand luggage ticket. How much hand luggage can I take on a plane: volume, weight

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When traveling by plane, passengers take luggage and hand luggage with them. The plane has long been the fastest way to travel between cities and countries. On November 5, 2017, new rules and regulations for carrying baggage and hand luggage on an airplane came into force. There are general rules for the carriage of things, but some airlines make their own additions to them. I would recommend that you familiarize yourself with them even before purchasing tickets.

While I was preparing this article, the Ministry of Transport published the Order "On Amendments to the Federal Aviation Rules" General Rules for the Air Transportation of Passengers, Baggage, Cargo and Requirements for Servicing Passengers, Consignors, Consignees. So I tried to collect the most up-to-date information about the new baggage and hand luggage rules.

General rules govern the amount of baggage and its weight. From them you can also find out what is allowed and what is prohibited to take on board the aircraft. It is necessary to distinguish between such concepts as baggage and hand luggage.

Baggage refers to things that you check into the cargo compartment of the aircraft. It can be a suitcase, a bag, a backpack, etc.

Hand luggage is the items you take on the plane. When flying, they are placed on a special shelf above the seats. If things are not overall and will not interfere with your journey, they can be placed under the seat in front of the seated passenger.

Checked baggage is issued for each passenger individually. Most often this happens during check-in for a flight. Baggage is placed on a special conveyor belt, which shows its weight on electronic scales. In the absence of an overload, an airport employee sticks a special barcode on it, and it goes into the long tangled tunnels of the airport straight to your plane. You will be given a baggage check-in ticket. Be careful with him. If suddenly the luggage is lost, this ticket will be very useful to you.

Currently, there are three types of tickets:

irrevocable without norm,
non-refundable with baggage allowance
returnable with luggage.

If your ticket includes luggage, then it cannot be set by the carrier for less than 10 kg.

The most common weight allowance for free baggage is as follows:

for passengers traveling in economy class - 23 kg. per person
for business class passengers, the weight of luggage must not exceed 32 kg. per person

Most airlines adhere to the sum of three dimensions of luggage no more than 158 cm.

for children under 2 years old, the free baggage allowance is 10 kg (the sum of three dimensions should not exceed 115 cm)
for children from 2 to 12 years old, baggage allowances apply as for an adult.

Important! Check the free baggage allowance and its dimensions before buying a ticket, as these parameters may differ for different carriers.

When traveling together with one baggage, it is usually allowed to carry 30 kg, and not, as many would like to combine the allowance for one person. If your ticket includes baggage, then when combining it, additional payments will not be required.

Low-cost airlines often charge extra for baggage. Moreover, when buying a ticket for luggage in advance, its price is lower than when paying at the airport. The difference can be up to 50%. If you want to save money, calculate in advance how many things you will take with you.

If you paid for baggage, but in fact did not use it, then this amount is refundable. For example, you bought two pieces of luggage and used one. The actual difference must be returned. This measure applies to the weight, size and quantity of luggage.

Excess baggage will have to be paid additionally. Each airline has its own tariffs for excess kilograms. It happens that representatives of airlines turn a blind eye to a small excess of baggage, but you should not count on this.

Carry-on baggage rules

According to the new rules for the carriage of passengers, the hand luggage allowance has been determined. It must be at least 5 kilograms. At the same time, the carrier may, at its discretion, increase this minimum rate. For example, to increase the attractiveness of their tickets. Also, the dimensions of hand luggage are left at the discretion of the carrier. I think many have heard about the minimum size of a backpack or handbag allowed in the cabin with a size of 36x30x27 y.

In practice, the following parameters are most often encountered:

for economy class passengers - up to 10 kg.
for business class passengers - up to 15 kg.

The sum of three measurements should not exceed 115 cm.

Hand luggage can be weighed both at check-in and before boarding the aircraft.

In my practice of flights, I have often encountered the fact that hand luggage was simply not weighed. It all depends on the rigidity of the requirements of the airlines.

Additionally, the passenger has the right to take with him into the cabin

outerwear
suit in a suitcase
bouquet of flowers
women's handbag, briefcase, backpack (weight and dimensions, which are set by the air carrier)
baby food for the baby during the flight
armchairs, strollers for children, as well as a removable cradle from a stroller (the dimensions of which are established by the carrier)
medicinal and dietary preparations
crutches, canes, walkers, rollators, a folding wheelchair used by a passenger and having dimensions that allow them to be safely placed in the aircraft cabin on a shelf above the passenger seat or under the seat in front of the passenger seat;
goods purchased in Duty free, packed in a sealed plastic bag (weight and dimensions are set by the carrier)

These items will not be weighed or marked.

According to the new rules, a laptop, a mobile phone and an umbrella were excluded from free items for transportation in excess of hand luggage. But they can be put, for example, in a briefcase or backpack, which are allowed for free transportation.

What not to take on a plane

You can put almost everything in the luggage of the aircraft, with the exception of things that can harm the liner and passengers:

flammable substances and liquids: gunpowder, firecrackers, sparklers, acetone, gasoline, etc.
weapons: firearms and cold-type weapons (checkers, swords, swords, etc.). Transportation is possible only with special documentation.
gases, including lighters, aerosols
poisons, poisons, radioactive substances

Of course, many of these things are unlikely to be taken on vacation by ordinary people. Flight safety is paramount, so you need to be careful when packing your luggage. In addition to completely prohibited items for transportation, many countries impose restrictions on the import / export of certain products. For example, alcohol and cigarettes. If you are going to take something out of the country, read the established rules.

The formation of hand luggage needs to be approached more carefully. There are much more restrictions on transportation. Agree, when you check in your luggage and it's time to check your hand luggage, it will not be very pleasant to part with your favorite cream or shampoo. I once found myself in this situation in Barcelona, when the passenger screening officers wanted to throw out only the facial lotion, foundation and a few more packages of cosmetics that I had recently purchased. And all because I did not pay attention to the transportation of liquids on the plane. Then I was just starting to travel and did not know that creamy products are also considered liquid.

Can't be put in hand luggage

manicure sets
corkscrews
blades, razors
alcohol
liquids with a volume of more than 100 ml.
alcohol

The exception is products purchased in Duty free stores: drinks, perfumes, cosmetics. While waiting for a flight, some passengers make decent purchases in terms of volume, so they board with huge packages.

FAQ

Do you have to pay money for a suitcase on any flight?

No. It depends on the type of ticket you have purchased. Amendments to the law allow airlines to sell baggage-free non-refundable tickets. At the same time, you will retain the right to hand luggage weighing 5 kg.

2. How can I find out if my ticket has baggage allowance?

Before buying tickets, you can find out if luggage is included in it and in what amount. Now, both on the websites of airlines and on the websites of ticket aggregators, this information is easy to find. If you have already bought a ticket, this rule is written in it.

3. How much will I have to pay extra for a suitcase?

This measure is left to the discretion of the carrier. Each airline sets its own rates. At Pobeda, prices start at 500 rubles. for 10 kg.

4. What is the size of hand luggage?

The weight of hand luggage is fixed in the law (it is 5 kg), but the dimensions of hand luggage can be set by carriers at their discretion. Before buying tickets, check this information on the official website of the company.

5. What should I do if my luggage exceeded the paid allowance?

Better not to let this happen, of course. You will have to pay extra for exceeding the rates of the airline, and they are usually higher when paying at the airport.

How not to overpay for luggage

And finally, I’ll tell you a few life hacks on how not to overpay for luggage, which will allow you to save money.

Take with you only the most necessary things.
Before buying tickets, check the free baggage allowance on the airline's website.
Try to weigh your luggage at home so that in case of overload, lay out some of the things.
If suddenly you only find an advantage at the airport, try to put some things on yourself, put some in your pockets and hand luggage. The items you are wearing are not hand luggage.
Remember that some things can be bought along the way. For example, shampoos and shower gels.

If you have any questions about the new baggage and hand luggage rules on the plane, ask them in the comments.

How much luggage can you take on a plane

Today, almost all air carriers use 2 main systems, according to which the final calculation of the baggage allowance for bags and suitcases takes place:

Weight system;
Seat system.

The weight system is the most popular and in demand on existing flights to the CIS countries and Asia.

Often the following baggage allowances are established and operate, services for which are provided free of charge:

Economy class - max 20 kg per passenger;
Business class - max 30 kg per person;
For a child under the age of 2 years - max 10 kg.

The fundamental element of this system is to set limits on the mass of bags and suitcases, and not on the physical places where it is located. For example, people who have bought an economy class ticket can take several suitcases or bags, the total weight of which does not exceed 20 kg.

In some directions, slightly higher rates may be set, the data on which should be displayed in the itinerary receipt. If data of this kind is not included in the document or related questions arise, then it is better to clarify the controversial and incomprehensible points on the official resource of the air carrier.

The number of seats system is the modern baggage allowance based on the method of calculating the number of seats. It is most in demand on existing and popular flights in the countries of America and in all directions of Aeroflot airline (the system was introduced not so long ago).

According to the norms of the system, each passenger is provided with the opportunity of free transportation:

Economy class - 1 seat = max 23 kg;
Business class - 2 pieces = max 32 kg (each).

Attention! The total weight of two suitcases is not summed up, so if the weight of any of them exceeds the norm, and the mass of the second one is several times less than the norm, then it will be necessary to make an additional payment for the excess of the first according to the carrier’s current tariffs.

Interesting! For regular customers who are active participants in existing airline loyalty programs, incentives in the form of bonuses can be applied, the equivalent of which are additional seats (1-2) or a couple of kilograms (10-20).

Dimensions and dimensions of luggage on the plane

The size of baggage and its dimensions are directly dependent on the active system of standards that the air carrier is guided by:

In the seating system, the sum of the width, length and height of a suitcase is a maximum of 1.58 m.
In the weight system, this indicator should not exceed 2.03 m.

The allowable baggage weight on the aircraft of the leading Russian airlines is approximate.

It is worth focusing on the main parameters and dimensions and you should not exceed them.:

Baggage weight restrictions on S7, UTair and other airlines may change from time to time, so you should follow the updates on the website.

You can find out how much baggage is allowed on the plane from the air carrier the services that the potential passenger is going to use, depending on whether he is traveling alone or in a company with children, age, which must also be taken into account.

Baggage and hand luggage on the plane

Hand luggage in airliners is subject to strict control, which is done in order to increase the safety of the flight.

Most often, each airline prohibits the following items from being carried in hand luggage::

Scissors and knives (even nail scissors are often confiscated);
Knitting needles;
Corkscrews (regardless of the size and material of manufacture);
Needles from syringes for injection (may be allowed only in certain cases).

In addition to the above things, there are restrictions on the carriage of liquids in baggage, which include:

Personal hygiene products: shower gel, shampoo;
Perfumes: perfumes, sprays;
Cosmetics, both decorative and skin care: creams, mascaras.

These products can be transported hermetically sealed in containers with a volume not exceeding 100 ml. Each airline puts forward more precise requirements independently.

An exception to the current rules can only be liquid medications and food for children, which are vital during the flight.

Products and liquids of all kinds purchased in Duty Free are also not subject to general rules and restrictions.

Important! All products in hand luggage must be packed in individual polyethylene bags with a zipper.

Regardless of hand luggage, it is allowed to take such things on board the airliner:

Baby carriage-cane, cradle, baby food, diapers;
Laptop, netbook, tablet, smartphone, camera;
Outerwear, coat, raincoat or plaid;
A bag with goods purchased at Duty Free (alcohol, shampoo, sweets, etc.);
Handbag, briefcase, folder for papers;
Umbrella, cane;
Magazines or other printed publications intended to be viewed and read during the entire flight.

Carriage of the above items is not subject to mandatory documentation, weighing and labeling, because they belong to the category of hand luggage.

Allowances for carrying alcoholic beverages on board an airliner

Many tourists are often concerned with the question of how much alcohol they can safely transport in their luggage on the plane, and whether it is necessary to check it in luggage and whether it is possible to leave it with you in the cabin.

Important! According to the current legislation of the Russian Federation, only adult citizens are allowed to carry alcohol. It should be borne in mind that in other states this indicator may differ significantly from that established in Russia.

Up to 5 liters of alcohol are allowed on the territory of the Russian Federation:

Up to 3 liters of alcoholic beverages - duty-free;
3-5 liters - the tariff for each liter is 10 euros.

These rules apply only to individuals and apply to all bottles of alcohol that are imported into the Russian Federation, regardless of where the bottles are actually located (cargo compartment, backpack in hand luggage or packages with goods from Duty Free).

All alcohol must be packaged in factory bottles without fail and be labeled with standard appropriate labeling. Accordingly, home-made alcohol, liqueurs, vodka and wine cannot be transported in the baggage of the aircraft.

The customs rules of each country differ from each other (sometimes quite significantly) and clearly regulate what can be transported, so before the trip it is worth clarifying whether the transport of a bottle of good wine or vodka will not violate the rules of the host state.

There are no such strict restrictions on domestic flights, some air carriers allow you to pack alcohol in your luggage, but you should remember that such goods are fragile. Before the flight, you should agree on all the conditions and rules regarding the transport of alcoholic beverages.

In the cabin of the aircraft, it is possible to transport 1 liter of alcohol, divided into transparent factory containers, the volume of which does not exceed 100 ml.

What can not be taken in baggage and hand luggage

All conscientious air carriers use uniform rules, in which the transportation of baggage in any of the compartments of the aircraft is under a categorical ban, which includes:

Substances that have a caustic and corrosive effect (acids, alkalis, mercury, etc.).
Gases of all types.
Easily flammable substances and liquids (paints, solvents, lighters, etc.).
Substances that oxidize (bleach, etc.).
Explosive objects of all kinds (pistols, fireworks, etc.).
radioactive substances.
Substances of an infectious, toxic and poisonous nature.
Small vehicles that run on lithium batteries.
Things with built-in signaling devices (suitcases, etc.).
Magnetized substances.
Other substances that pose a potential threat to both passengers and crew.

A complete list of things that are prohibited and that are not recommended to be taken in baggage and transported on board an aircraft is available for viewing on the official resource of each airline and is constantly updated.

Prohibited items found are confiscated, and the decision on the possibility of a flight remains with the airport staff (the outcome of the situation depends on the type and amount of prohibited substances).

Permissible weight and excess baggage at Aeroflot in 2019

Aeroflot Airlines is guided by the baggage allowances based on the number of seats system. Each passenger is given the opportunity to transport a suitcase or bag in 1 seat, while the weight of checked-in baggage should not exceed 23 kg.

Subject to the validity of the "Premium" tariff for the purchase of tickets to the basic economy class, then 1 passenger is provided with 2 seats, the mass of things, which should not exceed 23 kg. The same rule applies to comfort class ticket holders. In business class, this figure should not go beyond 32 kg.

For economy and comfort class passengers, the airline provides 1 seat, the intended purpose of which is the transportation of hand luggage, with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg, for business class ticket holders, the maximum weight is 15 kg.

Each ticket indicates "1pc", where the number indicates that it is possible (allowed) to carry a certain number of suitcases (1-3), taking into account the things carried in the cabin.

For some air carriers, excess weight by 1-2 kg is not considered a significant excess of the norm, but for others, an excess of 1 kg can cost a passenger several tens of euros.

What can you take in luggage on a plane

All things that do not belong to the list of items prohibited for transportation and do not exceed the current standards, both in size, and in size and weight, can be allowed on board the airliner as baggage.

If you are carrying non-standard baggage (oversized, fragile or especially valuable), then this issue must be discussed and clarified even when booking or buying a ticket, so as not to encounter prohibitions at the moment when you are already checking in your bags before check-in.

Important! A wheelchair, as a means of transportation, can be carried both in the aircraft cabin and in the cargo hold. For detailed information, it is best to contact the airport staff in advance in order to correctly complete all the documents.

Allowed luggage on the plane

For more information on general regulations, lists of optional items, prohibited items and applicable restrictions, please visit the airline's official website.

Despite the fact that all airlines carry out their activities according to the same rules, there are differences, such as maximum baggage and carry-on baggage allowances, excess baggage fees, alcohol restrictions and many other equally important points.

How much to pay for luggage

Most passengers wonder how much luggage costs on an airplane. In the practice of most companies specializing in air transportation, the transportation of baggage according to the rules is free, but many have their own rules and may be billed for additional pieces of baggage in the cargo hold, excess baggage on the plane, etc.

For example, Aeroflot airline has a rule that if a passenger's baggage exceeds the norm, both in terms of the amount of space, and in terms of dimensions and weight, then it automatically belongs to the category of excess baggage, for which an additional charge is set:

For taking the 2nd place in the presence of the 1st free, the cost of the 1st place is 2500 rubles, and each subsequent - 7500 rubles.
For taking the 3rd place in the presence of 2 free ones, you will have to pay 7,500 rubles.
For exceeding the weight of baggage (1 pc), but not more than 32 kg - the cost of baggage, or rather the surcharge for it, is 2500 rubles.
For exceeding the weight of luggage (1 piece) within 32-50 kg - you must pay 5000 rubles.
For exceeding the norms for the dimensions of the carried baggage, when the amount does not exceed 2.03 m, you must pay 5,000 rubles.
For exceeding the norms for the dimensions of allowed baggage, when the total amount exceeds 2.03 m, you must pay 7,500 rubles for each piece.

For paid baggage on the plane, you can pay immediately before departure at the next window, located near the check-in counters. You can always find out the exact location from the airport staff.

Before flying, be sure to visit the official website of the airline whose services you decide to use.

It contains all the information that passengers are interested in, whether it is possible to carry certain products on board, what can be put in a suitcase, and what is better to keep with you, what is the price for certain services and a lot of other information that is useful for everyone, giving an accurate understanding of how to pack luggage in airplane.

Air travel is the fastest, most convenient and reliable way of transportation and transportation, allowing a passenger and his luggage to move from one place to another in just a few hours, despite the great distance of these places from each other. However, the specificity of air travel allows the transportation of people only to those airlines and airports that fully comply with generally accepted international standards of security measures.

In order for a passenger to be issued a boarding pass, he must strictly comply with the strictest flight rules, which also include baggage on board the aircraft. This is done for the overall safety of all passengers and the aircraft.

The presented rules are binding on absolutely all passengers, regardless of the purpose, nature of the trip or the prestige of the cabin class in which you are flying.

In other words, this is a set of organizational issues aimed at ensuring the comfort and speed of the flight. And the transportation of luggage is one of the most important organizational moments, which must be taken especially responsibly in order to exclude the occurrence of possible problems.

Carriage of luggage on the plane for 2019

As for the transportation of baggage, it is worth noting the following right away: the rules providing for this process do not have a single world standard, so there are options for them, which are influenced by a number of factors.

First- the country you are flying to, since each state has its own rules and standards. For example, when going to Dubai, in no case should you carry with you (and not only in your luggage, but also with your hand luggage and in your pockets) objects and literature of a religious nature that are not related to Islam.

Second- the choice of airline affects the baggage allowance. In addition, the class of the purchased ticket (for example, economy or business class) and the type of aircraft affect the allowable baggage weight.

In order to avoid unnecessary difficulties and problems during the check-in of baggage, it is necessary to find out all of the above points during the process of purchasing tickets. If you have non-standard baggage, you should find out in advance the rules for its transportation.

The first step is to find out which items and things that you want to take with you can be transported by plane, and which are classified as prohibited.

However, despite the differences in some rules for the carriage of baggage, all airlines have and general baggage rules used in all countries of the world.

General baggage allowance on board an aircraft

1 - first you need to make sure that the suitcases or bags that you will check in for separate places are in good condition and integrity (the absence of various kinds of cuts and slots) in order to exclude damage to the things in them and neighboring luggage during their transportation.

For reliability, you can wrap your luggage in cellophane wrap yourself. The same procedure can be done directly at the airport for a small fee. We recommend doing this! By doing this, you definitely will not stain or tear your suitcase or bag.

2 - each airline has its own rules, which set the weight and size of checked baggage and unchecked (hand baggage). If you exceed any of the parameters, you will have to pay extra.

3 - you should remember the list of things that are strictly forbidden to be carried on board the aircraft. Not in luggage, not in hand luggage!

What you can not complete your luggage and hand luggage

Corrosive and caustic substances. These include: all types of alkalis, acids; mercury and devices containing it; rechargeable batteries with liquid cells;

All kinds and types of gases: flammable and non-flammable, compressed, liquefied, poisonous;

Objects, solids and liquids that have the ability to ignite, which include: matches, lighters and liquids for refilling them; solvents, paints and other paints and varnishes; substances capable of spontaneous combustion or which emit any gases upon contact with water, as well as other substances and objects prone to ignition;

Substances that have oxidizing properties, such as peroxides and bleaching powder;

Any types of explosives, items and products from them, as well as weapons: pistols, rifles, machine guns and other types of small arms, firearms and ammunition for it, including empty shells and detonators; fireworks, flares and similar articles;

Radioactive substances and objects that emit radiation;

Toxic, poisonous and infectious substances, which include: herbicides, pesticides, insecticides; laboratory materials and samples containing live viruses; subjects of etiology;

Suitcases and briefcases equipped with alarm devices.

precious metals;
jewelry;
securities;
money;
keys;
glasses;
fragile things;
perishable products.

Leave them at home, or take them with you in hand luggage!

Total baggage weight and carry-on baggage

Things and items that are allowed to be transported directly in the passenger cabin of the aircraft are called hand luggage, which is often transported in small bags.

Naturally, the purpose of these restrictive measures is to ensure an adequate level of safety for the aircraft and its passengers throughout the entire flight.

For this reason, most airlines impose a ban on the carriage in hand luggage of items such as:

Knives and long scissors (and sometimes even nail scissors);
corkscrews;
Knitting needles;
Needles for injections, including hypodermic, excluding prescribed cases;
Razors, blades and other piercing and cutting tools and objects.

In addition, there are some restrictions on the carriage of liquids in hand luggage, such as:

Shampoo;
Gel;
Perfume;
Spray;
Mascara;
cream;
Water, as well as soft drinks.

According to the rules, the listed liquids and substances are allowed to be carried in hand luggage only in small quantities (up to 100 ml) and only in sealed packages (more accurate data is provided by the specific airline that provides you with services). Exceptions include baby food and liquid medicines to be consumed in flight. Exceptions also apply to liquids and goods purchased from duty-free shops ( Duty Free).

As for the weight of luggage and hand luggage, certain limits also apply here. For hand luggage, the weight range ranges from 7 to 15 kg for 1 piece. For luggage, the allowable weight is on average 20–30 kg.

There is also a list of items and things that a passenger has the right to carry with him in the cabin free of charge, even if they exceed the permissible weight limits (20 kg) of unpaid baggage:

Briefcase or handbag;
Umbrella;
Folder for paper;
Cane;
Bouquet of flowers;
Crutches and a wheelchair for the transportation of a passenger with reduced mobility;
Mobile phone;
Outerwear and a suit in a suitcase;
Printed publications for in-flight reading;
Video camera and camera;
Portable PC;
Baby cradle for transporting a child.

Items from the list are not marked, weighed and presented for clearance.
Regarding the transportation of non-standard and oversized items, such as musical instruments, sports equipment and others that are not included in any of the lists, you must contact the representatives of the airline in advance.

As can be seen from everything written, baggage is a rather complicated process, and in order to avoid problems, it is better to take care of all the measures and requirements in advance.

If you have any questions, you can ask them in the comments. Please check the details of your flight and baggage: flight direction, amount of baggage, etc. We, in turn, will try to answer everyone as soon as possible.

Dear passengers, the rules of carriage are not written to limit your rights, but to ensure that your flight is safe. Don't ignore them!

And finally. It should be remembered that it is better to arrive at check-in 2 hours before departure in order to ensure a good mood and prevent possible difficulties.

In 2018, the baggage rules and the size of hand luggage on Aeroflot aircraft have changed slightly. In order not to be caught off guard, this new instruction should be thoroughly studied.

Aeroflot in 2018: new baggage rules

Hand luggage is measured by airport employees according to various criteria separately for everyone who wants to get on board. Now the dimensions allowed for personal use on board bags have been increased by 5 cm (55x40x25 cm). It is strictly forbidden to take photo or video equipment, portable PCs or even an umbrella into the cabin, but no one forbids carrying small musical equipment.

From February 15, 2018, Aeroflot began to carefully check the size of hand luggage carried on the plane. If the bag does not meet the permitted standards of the measuring calibrator, it is prohibited to take it.

yandex_ad_1 According to the current rules, the check is carried out at check-in, during the process of checking documents and at the entrance / boarding gate, however, the rules may differ at different airports.

Airport employees explain their decision by the fact that users of their company's services complain that their things simply do not have enough space in the cabin. Until February 15, passengers were dissatisfied with the fact that some suitcases and photo bags that fit into the standards regulated by the airline cannot be placed in the measuring frame.

These items will now require you to place them in the luggage compartment. Due to pressure from the airline's consumers on the administration of Aeroflot, the size of hand luggage is now 55x40x25 cm (+ 5 cm).

Approved in February of this year, the standards for transportation and the size of hand luggage met both supporters and opponents among passengers. On the one hand, users of Aeroflot services are satisfied with the fact that now they do not need to pack their small hand luggage among other people's disproportionate bags. On the other hand, some passengers were dissatisfied with the new procedure for carrying personal belongings on the plane.

From 02/26/2018, the size of hand luggage has been increased to 55x40x25 cm, i.e. by 5 cm. These dimensions now fit many medium-sized suitcases.

According to the current instructions, photo / video equipment, netbooks, paper literature and some other items are excluded from the list of those things that can be transported during the flight with you.

However, items that can be included in hand luggage include the following:

any bag not heavier than 5 kg;

one closed bag of food purchased in duty free;

small bouquet;

cereals, mixtures and yoghurts for small children, in an amount that is sufficient for a child during air travel;

jackets, coats, sweatshirts and any other outerwear;

stroller or crib for a child, which is not heavier than 7 kg;

medicines that are necessary to maintain the normal functioning of the health and life of the passenger during the flight, in this case they will ask for an appropriate health certificate;

any devices for passengers with special needs and disabilities (crutches, canes, etc.).

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Below we consider the list and dimensions of hand luggage that can be carried on an airplane in 2018. We will find out what new rules are set by Aeroflot.

What is considered hand luggage according to the rules of Aeroflot 2018

According to the internal regulations of Aeroflot, passengers are allowed to carry the following items in the aircraft cabin:

any suitcase or briefcase (up to 5 kg and up to 80 cm in size);

a closed bag with food products from duty-free, a sealed suit, a jacket, a mobile stroller for children or the disabled, a bouquet of flowers and medicines to maintain the normal functioning of the health and life of passengers, in the subsequent case, a health certificate must be presented.

Employees check passengers' belongings using a measuring calibrator, in which hand luggage must be determined. If handles, wheels or something else are peeking out of this measuring frame, then this bag will be asked to be transported in the luggage compartment.

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The check is carried out at check-in, during the identification of passengers and before boarding the flight.

Carriage of a bag weighing no more than 5 kg is not paid. In this bag, you can put baby food in unlimited quantities (of course, if the child himself is present), food, including alcohol, from duty free, a bag with clothes or bed linen, a baby or wheelchair, medicines (there must be a typewritten document confirming the need for these medicines for the passenger).

Conditions for carrying amateur photo / video equipment, netbooks and other devices as hand luggage

In October 2017, the administration of Aeroflot Airlines was forced to reduce the list of items that passengers have the right to take with them on board the aircraft free of charge, in addition to hand luggage. This decision was made in accordance with the standards in the amendments to the FAR.

Now photo and video equipment, netbooks and all other devices, with the exception of those that fit in your pocket, fall under these amendments. All other gadgets must be packed or carried as baggage.

Liquids are allowed, but there are certain rules. Containers with mixtures should not be larger than 100 ml. In addition, this vessel will need to be placed in a sealed bag or package 20x20 cm. One passenger - one such package, the only exception is baby food, which can be in unlimited quantities (a prerequisite is the presence of a child). Even despite such scrupulous conditions, the package will still be checked during a formal inspection at the registry.

This rule also includes jam, sunscreen, personal care products, cosmetics, food, etc. The above must be contained in a container of no more than 100 ml.

Can I take food on board the plane?

When it comes to solid food, such as sandwiches, vegetables, fruits, baked goods or confectionery, they are allowed on board, but the situation is different with liquid food. It is subject to the rule on the carriage of liquids, i.e. liquid foodstuffs must be transported in containers with a volume of no more than 100 ml. For example, soups, yogurts, milk, etc. Containers with them will need to be sealed in transparent bags, which will be carefully inspected before boarding the flight.

However, this rule does not apply to food for the smallest passengers, it can be carried so much that the child has enough for the entire flight.

The amount of hand luggage that children under two years old are allowed to carry Young passengers in 2018 who fly in the arms of their parents are not allowed to carry hand luggage on Aeroflot aircraft. For children from 2 to 12 years old, who occupy a separate seat on board, standard norms and sizes are provided, as for adult passengers.

Also, you cannot take personal vehicles (gyroscooters, segways, etc.) in hand luggage. They will need to be checked in.

A passenger who flies by plane must distinguish between checked-in baggage and hand baggage. These are completely different concepts, and if you distinguish between them, you can save a lot. Baggage is a large suitcase that is checked in upon boarding. It must be verified and registered. Hand luggage is a travel bag or backpack that a passenger can carry on board. It can be of such weight and dimensions that you can put it in place yourself. But how much hand luggage you can take on a plane and what exactly can be placed in such a backpack depends on the airline's standards.

What can be carried in hand luggage?

Medicines and baby food. Meals must be separately packaged and must be presented at check-in. But in order to carry medicine on the plane, you need to have the appropriate prescription with the seal and signature of the doctor. This is especially true for aerosols and preparations that contain narcotic substances.

Liquids. Here, some air carriers limit the volume very strictly. You must contact the airline in advance for information. To freely transport a certain amount of liquid, you need to follow some rules. All tubes must be packed in one bag. Any liquid substances must be carried in containers, and their volume must not exceed 100 ml. The tube of liquid itself should be packed in a plastic bag with a zipper.

Hygiene products. You can take almost everything, but most of them are liquids, which is why they are transported according to the relevant rules. But aerosols are not allowed at all.

Electronics. You can take any gadgets with you on the plane. They are personal belongings, not hand luggage, so they are not included in the 10 kg weight limit. During landing, they usually check large electronics: a laptop or a camera.

Food. You can take any food on board the aircraft - dry or solid. But with regard to conservation, there is a restriction on the liquid.

Duty free zone. This issue must always be considered separately. Everything that you buy directly at DutyFree before boarding can be transported, as long as you do not break the packaging. The only thing is that all this fits into a weight of 10 kg. If your hand luggage exceeds the volume, then you will have to pay a fine.

In addition, many airlines allow you to take personal items with you, the list of which includes: umbrellas, pillows, blankets, handbags, books, and so on.

It is forbidden to take:

Liquids up to one hundred milliliters in volume.

Hazardous chemical or biological substances.

Dangerous objects, weapons.

Products of animal origin, except sandwiches.

Explosive items.

How much hand luggage can I take on a plane

If a passenger is traveling in economy class, he can carry a bag for one piece of luggage with him on board the air transport, and in business class it is allowed to take two full seats.

The term "one place" means a bag with the sum of the sides in three dimensions (width, height, length add up) up to 115 centimeters. The standard flight bag measures 55*40*20. But the weight of different air carriers may be different. It may depend on the distance or proximity of the route, or the type of aircraft. For example, Aeroflot allows the carriage of up to 10 kg of hand luggage, KLM - about 12 kg, Lufthansa - up to 8 kg. At the same time, do not forget that you will lift your bag into place on your own.

Most carriers in Europe and the CIS countries consider the weight of hand luggage in the range of 8-10 kg as the norm. Before the flight, it is necessary to clarify this information with the company so that you do not have to pay extra. Some air carriers allow overload, others force you to buy second place even with a slight overweight of 300-500 grams.

Some Canadian and US carriers provide a full two pieces of carry-on baggage, even for economy class passengers. This is a great way to save money.

In order not to pay a fine, you must definitely familiarize yourself with the requirements of the airline regarding personal belongings and how much hand luggage you can take on the plane.