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Air Fares and Ticketing – Fares and Rules reference guide – Levels 1 and 2
Piece system
Route:
Allowance:
UK Domestic Two pieces, the total maximum dimensions (height +
width + length) of the two bags together, must not
exceed 158cm (62 inches).
The weight of each bag must not exceed 32kgs
To/from USA and Canada,
Two pieces, the total maximum dimensions (height
Mexico, Bermuda,
+ width + length) of each bag must not exceed
Colombia and New
158cm (62 inches).
Zealand (via AP routings)
The weight of each bag must not exceed 32kgs
Weight system
The weight allowance depends upon the class of travel, as follows:
Class:
Allowance:
Economy
20 Kgs
IMPORTANT EXCEPTION:
British Airways (BA) 23Kgs
Business Class
30 Kgs
First Class
40 Kgs
INFANTS (paying 10% of the adult fare) are not entitled to a separate baggage allowance, though
the adult accompanying them may carry essential items (baby’s toiletries etc) as additional hand
luggage.
Passengers are permitted to ‘pool’ luggage. Three passengers travelling together in Business Class
would be able to carry a total of 90 Kgs between them.
If passengers wish to travel with luggage of an unusual size or shape they should check with the
airlines in advance. Particular regulations might apply.
Remember – some airlines apply different baggage allowances. BA Economy Class with the weight
system is one example. Others are listed in PAT.
All exam questions will use the allowances shown above.
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