Air travel is the fastest and most comfortable way for a passenger to get from point "A" to point "B". It is difficult to find an adult citizen of our country who would not fly on an airplane at least once. But even experienced aircraft passengers can not always accurately answer the question: "What can be taken in hand luggage, and what not?". We will try to understand in detail all the subtleties of the rules of air carriers.
Definition of hand luggage and norms
Hand luggage is called personal belongings of the passenger, transported in the cabin of the aircraft. Most often these are bags, packages, baskets and backpacks. It is important to understand that what counts is not the number of objects, but their total volume and weight. How much can you take in the luggage baggage ? As much as necessary, the main thing is that together they comply with the established norms. Standard luggage size, which can be taken to the salon - 115 cm for the sum of three measurements (55х40х20 cm). At the same time, the total weight of passenger bags should not exceed 10 kg for classes of economy and comfort; 15 kg for business class. Pay attention - these are the norms of many large air carriers, including Aeroflot. Some companies set their own requirements for the allowable weight and volume of hand luggage. For the first time using the services of a particular carrier, you should familiarize yourself with its rules.
What can I take in the cabin, except for hand luggage?
With long flights, passengers want to have as many personal items as they can. Airlines are meeting their customers. Not so long ago appeared a list of items that can be handled in the cabin of the aircraft in addition to hand luggage. A handbag, a diplomat or a folder with documents up to 30x40x10 is not included in the luggage compartment and can be carried by the passenger. In flight, you can not part with 1 laptop, carried in a special bag, and 1 camera / binoculars. In addition to hand luggage, one can take an umbrella and a limited amount of press for reading during the flight (2-3 newspapers / magazine or 1 book). Each passenger can carry one package of purchases from Duty Free. What can I take in hand luggage from clothes and accessories? Practically all with observance of the general sizes and weight. Experienced travelers advise: try as much as possible to put on and put in your pockets. Do not forget that the clothes on the passenger (including the top one in the cold period) are not considered a hand luggage. If you have to fly often, pay attention to special jackets for travelers with a lot of capacious pockets.
We collect the bag in the way correctly
Most airlines offer their clients very favorable terms of baggage transportation. It would seem, why take something else in the salon? But still do without hand luggage is difficult. We recommend that you collect a bag that you take with you on the flight, along with the main suitcase. In hand luggage you need to put all the most valuable and fragile things, as well as items that you might need during the flight. Be sure to bring documents, money, jewelery and electronics to the cabin. If you carry with you some fragile souvenirs, they also make sense to put in hand luggage. Do not forget about personal care products and cosmetics. About how to pack liquid cosmetics, we will describe in detail below. When collecting salon baggage, remember that the suitcase dropped into the luggage compartment can get lost. Unfortunately, none of us is immune from such trouble. Accordingly, it would not be superfluous to put a full set of clothes on the shift in a small travel bag. What kind of hand luggage can I take in an airplane, where to lay down my luggage? The most convenient options for packing essential things: a bag or a backpack with many offices. Choose transformers that easily change their external dimensions. This is very convenient in the event that you fly a flight company that has more stringent requirements for hand luggage. Using the bag-transformer, you can always change its size in one move.
List of prohibited items
When collecting things on a trip, be sure to study and remember the list of things that can not be taken aboard the aircraft. Passengers of airliners are prohibited from carrying any weapons, as well as souvenirs and children's toys that depict it. You can not take any flammable, explosive and toxic substances into the aircraft cabin. Attention: household chemicals, cosmetics and some medications are suitable for this category. Many women are used to wearing a manicure set in a handbag. Immediately lay it out, as any sharp, pricking and cutting objects can not be carried in hand luggage. In particular, they are cutlery, knives, tools, cosmetic and medical accessories.
Rules of the company "Aeroflot". Hand luggage: what can I take from liquids in the cabin of an airplane?
Transportation of any liquid substances is a special rule of any airline. Year after year, norms are increasingly tightened, and this is done solely for security reasons. The thing is that under the guise of domestic fluids terrorists have repeatedly tried to carry explosives on board. How much can you take liquids in your carry-on bag today? Consider the example of the norms of the largest air carrier of Russia - the company Aeroflot. One passenger can take with him to the cabin of the aircraft not more than 1 liter of liquids, packed in containers with a volume of not more than 100 ml. All liquid products must be stored in one transparent transparent bag, the recommended size is 20x20 cm. Under the definition of "liquid" are any cosmetic products, food products, and other non-solid substances. Carefully study the rules of a particular airline. In most cases, "liquids" are considered and products such as: lipstick, shaving foam, toothpaste, cosmetic creams, canned food, soups, jam and caviar.
Shopping from Duty Free
Many airplane passengers like to shop in Duty Free. Air carrier companies please their customers with the absence of strict requirements and restrictions in this paragraph. To date, each passenger has the right to take with him in the cabin 1 package of purchases made in Duty Free. Do not be lazy to learn the subtleties of the legislation of the country in which you import such baggage. For example, in Russia, one person can import only 2 liters of alcoholic beverages and 2 blocks of cigarettes. When flying by transit flights, a package of Duty Free becomes part of the passenger's hand luggage during the transfer. Remember this rule, and if you plan on shopping during the flight, leave enough room in your luggage for shopping.
Can I bring food to the cabin?
Among novice air travelers, the question is popular: "Is it possible to take food and snacks in hand luggage?" With long flights in the airplane, passengers are provided with food. But still it is much more pleasant to have a small but personal supply of food. Food can be taken in hand luggage. The main thing - do not forget about the norms of transportation of liquids. Respect the people around you, and try to choose for a snack on the trip food that does not have a sharp odor. It is desirable to take the same with you for snacks foods that do not crumble. The best option is dried fruits, nuts, fruits, vegetables, sweets.
Rules of transportation of non-standard luggage
Delivering fragile and valuable items into the luggage compartment is not recommended, since the risk of damage is too great. If you plan to take something unusual on your trip, consult the airline representative when buying a ticket. Animals can be transported in the cabin of the aircraft in specially equipped cages and carrying. Most airlines for this service require an extra charge of extra baggage. Is it possible to take in musical luggage musical instruments, high-sensitivity equipment of large sizes? Transportation of large and fragile things in the cabin of the aircraft is discussed individually. In most cases, air carriers meet the passengers. Not always transportation of non-standard luggage in the cabin is free of charge. For example, a passenger may be offered to purchase a separate ticket for a large musical instrument and advise him to transport it in a redeemed chair.
Where is the carry-on baggage stored?
If you are flying for the first time, do not hesitate to ask the flight attendants for help in placing your luggage. Hand luggage in the cabin of the aircraft is transported on the upper shelves (located above the passenger seats) and / or on the floor under the seats. Try not to remove far from what will be used during the trip: snacks, gadgets, books and magazines. All the necessary trifles can be put on the reclining table. If you still think how much hand luggage can be taken into the plane, choose two bags or one backpack and package. If you divide the entire luggage room into two parts, it will not be difficult to manage it with you.
Useful tips for travelers
Be sure to specify that you can take in hand luggage, and that it is impossible at the stage of buying a ticket. The thing is that the rules of different airlines may be somewhat different. During the flight, listen and follow all the requirements and recommendations of flight attendants. Remember, you can not use most modern gadgets in flight. Computers, tablets and smartphones - create and receive electronic signals that can interfere with the operation of aircraft control devices. Be mutually polite with the surrounding passengers. Try to behave quietly and calmly, without creating inconvenience to others. Now you know what you can take in hand luggage, and this is not such a small list of things. Many experienced travelers prefer to travel around the world with salon luggage. Try and you will limit 10-15 kilograms of things. Perhaps travel light will be for you an unexpectedly pleasant discovery.