What hand luggage can I carry on the plane. Any piercing and cutting objects. What you need to take on board the plane

This article will be of interest to those people who are planning air travel in 2018. Although each airline has the right to establish its own rules for carrying hand luggage, for the convenience of passengers, a general list of things that are allowed or prohibited to be carried in the cabin of the aircraft is established. Before you pack for your trip, we advise you to familiarize yourself with this list. Knowing these nuances will help save you time, and most importantly, nerves when passing through control at the airport.

Food

It is allowed to bring any food into the cabin of the aircraft, with the exception of liquids and jelly-like products. You have the opportunity to take with you:

any kind of nuts;
cookie;
fruits;
sandwiches;
various kinds of chips, snacks, snacks, etc.

If you have a small child on board, you can take a container of baby food with you. Unfortunately, you will not be able to take juices, fermented milk products, jelly-like products with you. It is forbidden to carry canned food and products in sealed cans on board the aircraft. To facilitate and speed up inspection at the airport, it is advisable to pack food in transparent plastic packaging.

Another factor to consider is the specific requirements of the airline, country or particular airport. For example, in the EU countries, the import of dairy or meat products in hand luggage is prohibited.

If you plan to make purchases in Duty Free stores, make sure that the goods you bought are packed in the appropriate packaging (if these are liquids with a volume of more than 100 ml, then they are packed in a special plastic bag). Keep your sales receipt in case you need it when you go through security.

Medicines

The following medications are allowed on board the aircraft:

drugs in tablet form;
all kinds of drops;
dressing materials;
hydrogen peroxide.

It is desirable that the medicines be in unpacked packaging or with instructions for use. This is necessary in order to avoid unnecessary explanations to customs officers about the origin of the active components of the medicine.

In case of injury, in addition to hand luggage, you can take with you crutches of various modifications, as well as other means of rehabilitation.

According to international rules, the amount of liquid carried on board an aircraft should not exceed 100 ml. If you plan to transport medicines in liquid or spray form, make sure that their volume does not exceed the established norms.

Digital technology

Each airline sets standards for overall dimensions and weight of hand luggage. Also, some rules change depending on the country you are traveling to. Electronic devices and small household appliances are allowed on board the aircraft. The main thing is that the norms regarding overall dimensions are not violated. Permitted to be transported:

mobile phones, smartphones and chargers for them;
e-Sigs;
tablets;
hair care equipment: hair dryer, hair straightener, curling iron;
electric toothbrush and electric shaver;
video cameras, cameras and chargers for them;
laptops and players with chargers;
portable and external batteries for digital technology.

If you have purchased an electronic device abroad and want to take it on board, it is best to take it out of its packaging. If you wish to keep the packaging, it is best to ship the device with your main luggage. This will help to avoid unnecessary questions about the origin of devices, their prices and further declaration. If you plan to transport them in their original packaging, keep the sales receipt for presentation to the customs inspector if necessary.

Documents, valuables and jewelry

You can also take with you on board the aircraft:

jewelry that you are afraid to send with common luggage;
documentation;
various valuables;
purse with money.

Passport, driver's license, tickets, credit cards, etc. are best taken with you. In this case, you will not worry about the fact that they can be stolen. In case of delay or loss of luggage, you will not be left in an unfamiliar country without documents and money.

Cosmetical tools

Many women are interested in: is it possible to carry cosmetics in hand luggage. Sometimes the prospect of their absence is more frightening than losing a hotel reservation. Dear ladies, don't worry! You can take any dry cosmetics with you, such as:

lotions, creams, gels;
Mascara;
perfumes, eau de toilette, cologne, perfumes, oils;
deodorants, aerosols, sprays (except for pressurized aerosols);
toothpaste, shampoo, etc.

The main condition is that the volume of liquid does not exceed 100 ml, there are no flammable aerosols and pressure cans. For the convenience of passing the control, you can purchase a special set of transparent containers that meet these requirements.

Personal hygiene items

The following personal hygiene items are allowed on board the aircraft:

a toothbrush and paste (at some airports, toothpaste is prohibited, so it’s better to clarify this point);
wet wipes;;
razor (with protected blades, a straight razor or open blades are prohibited);
a plastic comb without a sharp handle;
nail polish remover (make sure that it does not contain acetone and its volume does not exceed 100 ml).

Along with this, it is forbidden to take manicure sets or other piercing and cutting objects on board.

Clothes and accessories

Experienced travelers are advised to take a not very warm sweater or jacket with them on the plane. During takeoff and landing, the body of the aircraft heats up, which can make the cabin hot. In such cases, the air conditioner is turned on in the cabin. Because of this, it can be cold in a T-shirt or light blouse. You can also take an umbrella on board.

Never take the following items in your hand luggage:

Stitching or cutting objects (from nail scissors to knitting needles).
Dummies or stylization of accessories for different brands of weapons.
Various construction tools.
Various sports equipment.
Pets.

This is just a short list of things. For more information, please read the directions on your ticket or check with the airport information desk.

Today we will talk about what problems can passengers have when flying with hand luggage, and also find out what can and cannot be taken “with you” on board the aircraft.

What is hand luggage?

- this is the cargo that the air passenger has the right to take with him directly to the aircraft cabin. As a rule, economy class passengers are allowed to carry one piece of baggage no more than 8 kg into the cabin. But the weight of hand luggage depends on the airline, there are those who are allowed to take only 5 kg, and there are those who allow 10 kg .. Holders of business and first class air tickets can take 2 pieces of baggage. Also, according to the rules, the size of hand luggage on the plane should not exceed certain dimensions. For example, the dimensions of personal luggage should not exceed 55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm. Whether your hand luggage fits in size can be checked at the airport check-in counters in a specially designated place. If it doesn’t pass, it will be too late, therefore, it is best to find out the allowed weight and size of hand luggage from the airline by phone, even before you leave the house.

What to take in hand luggage on an airplane

Never leave valuables in your luggage if you can take them on board as hand luggage! Learn from the mistakes of others, for example, from a person, and the airline returned compensation of only 600 rubles (yes, six hundred). And they are right, these are the laws of the Air Code of the Russian Federation today.

What not to take in hand luggage on a plane

What will happen if the things you take on board include items from the prohibited list? With a high degree of probability, these things will be confiscated from you during the inspection. In my memory, there were cases when people, after being screened at the airport, were “taken away” for drinking liquids, perfumes, cosmetics, lighters and even souvenir knives. Most often, newcomers get into such situations from banal ignorance of the rules of air travel. It must be a pity to part with your favorite perfume, right?

Friends, I propose to take a short break and watch the video on how to properly pack your suitcase. I am sure it will be useful to many and will be very useful.

About the purchase of Duty Free goods when flying with a transfer

There is also another point that should not be mentioned. Goods purchased in Duty Free can be carried in the cabin: liquids, perfumes, etc. - this is understandable. What problems do some people face? Let's look at a specific example.

Let's say Mr. X flies from Buenos Aires to Moscow with a transfer in Frankfurt, let it be a Lufthansa flight :-). With joy, he makes a “full purchase” of alcohol in Duty Free in Buenos Aires, flies to Frankfurt with all the good stuff without any problems. And there, after all, you need to go through control again ... And this alcohol is already considered ordinary hand luggage, and, as we know, is on the prohibited list. Therefore, to the great indignation and disappointment of Mr. X, all the “wealth” is confiscated during the inspection by airport employees, but they have an incentive to celebrate the successful completion of the work shift :-). Dejected by the failure, Mr. X realizes that returning home empty-handed is not an option, so he decides to try his luck again and buys from the Likör department, now in the Duty Free of Frankfurt Airport. And he safely returns home, this time upon arrival in Moscow no one encroaches and takes away what rightfully belongs to Mr. X.

Sad story, isn't it? Practically based on real events :-). But seriously, from all of the above, some conclusions should be drawn:

if you are flying on a direct flight (it doesn’t matter if it is a domestic or international flight), then there should be no problems with goods purchased in Duty Free. But here there are some rules - you can not buy an unlimited number of goods. For example, according to Russian laws, one person can bring into the country no more than 2 liters of alcohol and 2 packs of cigarettes (400 pieces) without paying a duty. These figures may differ in different countries. But cases where a fee is charged for exceeding the allowance for transporting alcohol or cigarettes are quite rare. In this regard, many employees of airports and customs services are quite loyal to air passengers. Often our tourists take away from Duty Free as much as they have enough hands and physical capabilities.

Thus, we figured out some of the problems of transporting hand luggage and found out what you can and cannot carry with you in the cabin. Friends, if you have any questions regarding air travel, baggage, airlines or air tickets, then you can consult me without a twinge of conscience by leaving your comment in the form below. I wish you all successful flights and soft landings!

About liquids

Transportation of liquids in hand luggage is a separate issue. According to international rules, transportation of up to 1 liter of liquid is allowed. The maximum volume of one container with liquid cannot exceed 100 milliliters. Important: if you have a 150 ml perfume, but have used it halfway (that is, for example, only 75 ml is left), then they will still not be allowed on board - since the volume of the bottle is initially 150 ml. To transport perfume in hand luggage, you can buy special train bottles that do not exceed 100 ml. If the factory packaging of perfume does not exceed this volume, then everything is in order, it is not required to replace it.

Food in hand luggage

Not all airlines currently offer meals on board. If you do not want to starve, then you may have a question - is it possible to take food with you on board? The answer is yes, you can. You can bring on board any dry food and water (juice, etc.) in containers up to 100 ml. It is forbidden to drink alcoholic beverages during the flight, except for those offered by flight attendants. So, you can easily take sandwiches, cookies, sweets, fruits, nuts and other food with you. But there is a nuance here - if you are flying from Russia to another country, then you need to have time to eat all the supplies. That will remove any questions - is it possible to import products into another country. For example, meat and dairy products from Russia cannot be imported into Europe, and your sausage sandwich is a potential violator. But you can take it on board with you.

Are you planning to travel by plane? Then it is better to study in advance the rules for transporting luggage that apply to your airline. Each carrier has its own requirements for hand luggage and luggage, but there are general rules. If you familiarize yourself with them, you will save time, get rid of conflicts with security officers, and even save your belongings from confiscation.

What not to take on a plane, even in a suitcase

Passengers are not allowed to take the following items on board or in the hold:

combustible and explosive substances;
toxic chemicals.

If you are flying to America, then please note that lighters cannot be taken even in checked baggage. You will have to buy a new one when you arrive.
Weapons are allowed in baggage, but the passenger will need to inform customs in advance. If the weapon is registered, then there will be no problems with inspection. This applies, in particular, to biathletes whose sports equipment is included in the category of weapons.

List of items that cannot be taken in hand luggage

What is prohibited in hand luggage on an airplane

You cannot take liquids on the plane if they are packed in containers with a volume of more than 100 ml. Even open and started drinks will be confiscated from you. However, liquids purchased from the DutyFree store are allowed.
Products in hand luggage are prohibited, even if they are packed in cans. Canned food is also not allowed on board the aircraft. So red caviar is better to put in luggage. From the products you can take chocolates, sandwiches, cookies, nuts, etc. Vegetables and fruits in hand luggage are allowed in the amount needed for a snack. No one forbade sweets in hand luggage either.
The main thing is to avoid gas-producing and strong-smelling foods. If you take yogurt, jam or other products packed in containers with a volume of no more than 100 ml, present them to the security service during the control. Exception! At the moment, the rules of most world airlines allow passengers to take baby food in hand luggage.
Stitching and cutting objects (any!). You cannot take knives, nail and other scissors, nail files, screwdrivers and other tools on board the aircraft. Even souvenir, carefully packed knives will not be allowed to carry you in your hand luggage. In order not to lose a valuable purchase, put it in a suitcase.
Weapon or its imitation. Even if your son decides to take a toy gun into the cabin, law enforcement officers will definitely confiscate it. So it's better to choose another toy.
Cosmetics - creams, lotions, perfumes, sprays, oils, shower gels and other cosmetics are not allowed in hand luggage. Even open shampoo cannot be carried in hand luggage. Put all cosmetics in your baggage at once, except for those that you bought in Duty Free.
Pressurized cans (deodorant, shaving foam).
Toothpaste. You will have to endure several hours without brushing your teeth. Take gum with you.
Lighters are also strictly prohibited on board.
Pets: if you are traveling with a pet, it will need to be placed in the baggage hold in a special transport box during the flight and you will have to pay a fee.

Alcohol in hand luggage

Passengers are allowed to take in hand luggage alcohol purchased in Duty Free stores and packed in a special container. One passenger can take on board up to 5 liters of alcoholic beverages from 24 to 70%. The container volume should not exceed 5 liters.

Medications on board

Everyone who cares about their health takes medicines on a trip. Medications can be brought in by packing them in a plastic container and presenting them to security staff when passing through control. Prohibited medicines in hand luggage, which may be required by sick people, are stipulated separately. In this case, the passenger will need to present a written confirmation from the attending physician. In the document, the doctor will have to write that without a certain drug there will be a threat to human health. For example, people with diabetes will be allowed to take insulin syringes.

Sport equipment

Sports equipment cannot be carried on board the aircraft. If you need to take equipment with you, you will need to put it in your checked baggage, informing the airline about this in advance. Some carriers offer special rates for transporting sports equipment.

Musical instruments

Many people think that you can’t take musical instruments in your hand luggage. But small items that can be placed in the small luggage compartment can be taken even without an additional fee. Large musical instruments that cannot be carried in the luggage compartment are transported in a separate seat next to the owner. You will also have to buy a ticket for the instrument, some airlines offer a discount on it.

Hand luggage dimensions

Pay attention to the requirements of your airline for the size of hand luggage. This is especially strictly regulated on low-cost airlines. For example, if you are allowed to take a bag of a certain size, then you should not have anything else in your hands: no jacket, no camera.
We wish you pleasant flights! And do not forget to take a jacket with you: after takeoff, the air conditioners start working on the plane, it becomes cool, and there are often not enough blankets.

A short video about what you should not try to take with you on a plane

is a question that interests passengers of many airlines. People do not always understand what belongs to this category of baggage, what things can be taken into the cabin, and what is better to leave at home or check in with regular cargo.

What is the essence?

First, let's look at what is considered hand luggage on an airplane. This is a special type of baggage that is allowed to be taken into the cabin of an airliner. For him, his own rules and norms of transportation are established, and depending on the rules of the airline. For example, economy class passengers get one seat, while business class and 1st class passengers get twice as much.

It is believed that the equivalent of one piece is a bag or backpack containing personal items. This is wrong. The main criterion is the weight of hand luggage and its dimensions. It is from these parameters that the carrier is repelled. There are a number of restrictions on such baggage, which may vary.

General prohibitions

Before checking in for a flight, it is important to be clear about what you cannot take on a plane. Speaking in general, the category of prohibited goods includes weapons, liquefied gases, as well as dangerous substances (radioactive, toxic, caustic). The category of prohibited items also includes explosives, liquefied gases, sharp objects, including household appliances such as wire cutters, a corkscrew, scissors, a folding knife, and others.

Below we will consider in detail what you can take in hand luggage on an airplane, and what things are prohibited in relation to food, cosmetics, medicines, digital equipment and other cargo.

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Food

First, let's look at what is allowed to carry from food. As a rule, airlines restrict passengers in this matter, prohibiting the carrying of jelly-like and liquid food. But you can take with you:

Nuts.
Fruits.
Sandwiches.
Cookie.
Chips and other products.

If you are flying with a child, you are allowed to take baby food. If jelly, juices or yoghurts are found before departure, they will most likely be banned from being transported. This also applies to food that is packaged in jars. Those products that are allowed to be carried on board are recommended to be packed in transparent bags, which speeds up the inspection procedure.

Before departure, pay attention to the requirement of the carrier, because they may vary. Pay special attention to goods from DutyFree stores. They are allowed to be taken on a plane, but only if they are packaged in a bag and have a receipt on hand.

Cosmetical tools

Women are often interested in what they can take with them. from cosmetics. As a rule, carriers are allowed to bring into the cabin:

Blush.
Eyeliner.
Shadows.
Powder and other means.

As for jelly-like formulations, as well as liquids that are packed in containers larger than 0.1 liters, it is forbidden to take them with you. The only option is to transfer the items to checked baggage. In addition, pressurized cans are not allowed into the cabin. In this case, the total volume of liquids carried should not exceed 1000 ml. This nuance should be taken into account even before departure.

medical supplies

Another important issue is medications. You are allowed to take the following medicines as hand luggage:

Pills.
Hydrogen peroxide.
Dressing materials.
Various drops.

All funds should be sealed and carried with instructions for use. Otherwise, customs officers may have questions for the passenger, up to the need for a detailed inspection. If there is an injury, hand luggage can be supplemented with special means for movement, for example, crutches. With regard to the upper limit of liquids, the same rules apply here as mentioned above.

Digital equipment

According to the rules of air carriers, you can take digital equipment on board the aircraft - a laptop, player, tablet, camera, charger and even a hairdryer. But there is a limitation regarding the mobile phone. It can be carried into the cabin, but with a mandatory shutdown. This is for safety reasons, as radiation from mobile devices can interfere with aircraft electronics.

If you plan to carry large equipment that exceeds the allowable dimensions, it is better to check it out as regular baggage.

What about documents and jewelry?

According to the rules of airlines, it is allowed to take valuables, jewelry, wallets and important documents with you in your hand luggage. It is also necessary to take your passport with you so as not to accidentally end up in a foreign country without documents. There are situations when luggage does not fit on one plane and then it can be sent on the next flight.

Clothing and personal hygiene items

If we consider personal hygiene items, you can take a toothbrush and paste, a comb (without a handle), wet wipes and even nail polish remover on board the aircraft. At the same time, it is forbidden to take cutting and piercing things into the salon. This rule also applies to nail scissors.

From clothes you can take with you a coat, a jacket (sweater), an umbrella, a blanket and a shawl. In general, it is allowed to take almost all clothes, if it does not contradict the rules of the airline and does not exceed the allowable standards (dimensions, weight).

What are the weight and size restrictions?

Separate question - how much hand luggage can i take on a plane. Here, each airline has its own rules, which depend on the direction, ticket price, flight class and other factors. There are only two main criteria, namely dimensions and weight:

Dimensions. They should not exceed 56 cm in length, 46 cm in height, and 25 cm in width.
Weight. Here the requirements vary, and different airlines may have limits between 3 and 15 kg.

Results

Despite a certain similarity in the requirements of air carriers regarding hand luggage, some rules are strictly individual. For example, low-cost airlines that provide budget flights are stricter about hand luggage and allow you to take a minimum of things with you into the cabin. No more than one seat is allowed per person. More established companies will have fewer restrictions. In any case, it is important to clarify these points in advance, even before buying a ticket and checking in for a flight.