March 30, 2010

Carry-on Baggage Regulations

United Airlines:
For worldwide travel on any United flight, you may carry on one bag and one personal item such as a purse, briefcase or laptop computer. Your carry-on bag...

* must fit under your seat or in the overhead bin;
* must not be more than 9 x 14 x 22 inches (23 x 35 x 56 cm) or 45 linear inches* (114 linear cm); and
* may be required to travel as checked baggage if the bag cannot be safely stowed on your flight.

The following personal items are not counted toward your one bag and one personal item limit:

* Assistive devices (canes, crutches, etc.)
* Child safety seats for ticketed children
* Infant restraint devices (infant seat with or without stroller, front pouch or back carrier)
* Outer garments (coats, hats, etc.)
* Reading material (a reasonable amount)
* Umbrellas (one per passenger)
* Food and beverages to be consumed onboard

Please note that all items must be stowed in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you. They may not be stowed in the seat back pocket.

For additional information about carry-on guidelines, please visit the TSA’s website at www.tsa.gov.

*linear measurement = length + width + height

Liquids, gels and aerosols
Liquids, gels and/or aerosols are permitted through security checkpoints worldwide. Items must fit in one clear, resealable quart- or liter-sized plastic bag, in containers of 3 oz. (100 mL) or less. (For ease of memory, please follow the 3-1-1 rule.) Plastic bags must be completely sealed and will be x-rayed separately at the security checkpoint.
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American Airlines:
You can carry on one bag plus one personal item per passenger as long as:
  • They weigh no more than 40 lbs/18 kgs
  • The bag is no more than 45 inches and the personal item is no more than 36 inches when you add the length + width + height so that it fits in an overhead bin or under the seat
Personal item - includes: backpack purse, briefcase, laptop OR a similar item such as book bag or tote that does not exceed 36 inches( length+width+height) and fits under the seat.
Additional items that will be allowed above and beyond the restrictions listed above include:

  • Outerwear such as coats/wraps/hats
  • Book or newspaper
  • Small bag of food to eat on the flight - see guidelines for liquids
  • Approved safety seat for lap or ticketed child
  • Umbrella stroller for lap or ticketed child
  • Diaper bag for lap or ticketed child
  • Assistive devices for passengers such as wheelchairs, walkers and CPAP machines
  • Therapeutic oxygen provided by the airline
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