What you can and cannot take on a plane. What to take on a plane: practical tips on how to pack for a trip. Customs restrictions and prohibitions

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 our laws today Air Code RF.

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 in similar situations beginners get 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? Consider on 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 are problems with purchased in duty free goods should not arise. 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. IN different countries these numbers may vary. 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 — separate topic. 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 factory packaging 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.

List of allowed and prohibited items that you can take on a plane.

There are a large number of rules for carrying luggage. All rules are slightly different depending on the ticket class and the airline. But in general, the requirements for the transportation of bags that are checked in as baggage are the same.

As mentioned above, the norms are slightly different for the classes. If you collect things and will fly to another country, then follow these rules and regulations:

The total size of a suitcase that can be carried free of charge is 158 cm, weighing 20 kg. It needs to sum the height, width and length. If the size is exceeded, then you will have to pay extra.
Before checking in your baggage, you should attach a tag with your data to it. Such tags can be taken at the place of baggage check-in.
Reagents and radioactive substances cannot be handed over for transportation. You can take alcohol in your luggage, but not more than 5 liters. You will also have to check in liquids and medicines in bottles if their volume exceeds 100 ml.

How many kg of luggage and hand luggage can I take on a plane?

Weight Limit hand luggage up to 10 kg. The dimensions of the bag must not exceed 110 cm. If the bag is larger, you will have to divide the luggage into parts and put it in checked baggage.

For hand luggage, it is allowed to take a bag measuring 20 by 40 and 55 cm. In this case, you should have only one bag. That is, a purse or handbag will have to be put inside a large bag for hand luggage.

Although in many European countries You are allowed to carry several bags and bags with you on the plane. But it’s not worth taking risks and neglecting the rules.

Note! The bag that you will take on the plane should be made of soft fabric, without rigid frame walls.

If you need to take a certain list of items with you on the plane, make sure that they do not include:

Razors
knives
scissors
magnetized items
Means for signaling
hairspray
weapons
Acids, alkalis
Lighters
Alcoholic drinks and corkscrew

It is worth noting that traveling with a baby is not at all easy. There are many subtleties of the flight. Some airlines offer their own car seats, cradles for transporting babies. Ask about it in advance. You can bring your own car seat. Most companies allow you to take a small walking stick on board. If this is a transformer, then it will have to be checked in as luggage.

List of necessary products for children under 2 years old:

Baby food
Medicines
Care products
Diapers
Disposable diapers

It is worth noting that the maximum amount of liquid that you can take with you to the cabin is 1000 ml. Therefore, the total volume of puree, milk and water should be no more than 1 liter. This should include cream, lotion and other baby skin care products.

If your child is over 2 years old, then it is forbidden to take yogurt, kefir, etc. on board. It is worth giving preference to dry snacks. These are sandwiches, crackers, dried apricots and nuts.

Pregnant girls put on a lot of weight, so it is recommended to take on a plane a change of shoes that do not squeeze your legs. Also, during the flight, try to walk rather than sit. Are you suffering from varicose veins? Take elastic bandages and compression stockings. Bondage will be required to support the abdomen.

List of items:

Sachets, in case you vomit
Candles with papaverine or other anti-inflammatory drugs
Music and a tablet to keep you entertained during your trip
Lozenges, they prevent nausea
Antipyretics and allergy medications
Neck pillow

At different airlines your opinion on this matter. If you have a baby, then almost everyone allows you to take a stroller with you as an addition to your hand luggage. You can bring the baby to the gangway, and then give it to the stewardess. Immediately after arrival, your stroller will be given.

There are some subtleties. If you are carrying a stroller without a child, you will have to pay extra for such luggage. But if with a baby, then the cost of transportation is not charged. We recommend that you ask for a bassinet in advance when booking your tickets. The seats of many airlines require the attachment of car seats and cradles. Check if there are no such chairs, whether you can take your own.

It is worth noting that when checking in the stroller as baggage, it should be packed, as it can get dirty during the flight.

Regarding toys, you should carefully study the information of the airline. You cannot take with you:

toy weapon
Plastic knives
Battery operated toys with light and sound

That is why it is better to take a tablet and pre-download a cartoon or interesting videos. You can also take pencils, an album with you and captivate your baby with drawing. Some European companies give children coloring books and crayons.

When it comes to food, it's quite complicated. Not everyone is satisfied with the menu provided by the airline. Therefore, you will have to bring your own groceries. You are not allowed to take smoked meats, meat and eggs with you. Most often, these products are thrown away during inspection. This is due to the fact that you can transport some kind of virus or pathogens of dangerous diseases to another country.

You can take:

crackers
Dried fruits
nuts
Cookie
Muesli bars

You are not allowed to take fermented milk and other perishable products with you when flying to another country.

The total volume of liquid should not exceed 1 liter. In this case, all liquid should be packaged in small bottles, with a volume of 100 ml. Of course, this amount of water may not be enough, so take a small empty bottle with you. On many flights, flight attendants go to meet passengers and pour water upon request.

You can take alcohol, but not in hand luggage, but in luggage. Up to 5 liters of alcohol is allowed.

You can take a scooter for a child. It is also better to put it in luggage. To do this, it is not necessary to pack it in a separate bag, it is better to take covers or bags. In some cases, such devices are allowed to be taken in hand luggage. Just remove the frame and put shoe covers on the wheels. Pack everything into a bag or bag. It is better to give a beach umbrella in luggage.

As for the gyro scooters, the situation is not yet entirely clear. In Israel, it is forbidden to carry them at the legislative level. Some Russian airlines carry such devices. But you should call and check in advance. You will also need to bring technical certificate to the device. Of course, take the device and registration certificate with you. If you are not allowed to take it, leave it at the airline's warehouse and pick it up when you arrive home.

Hairdryer in hand luggage, most likely, you are allowed to take it, but this device is hardly necessary. It should be checked in in advance.

You can take sandwiches with you. Just make sure they are eaten before arriving in another country. Sausage can be any, cheese, too, and hard. If you do not plan to eat everything, do not take with you. When passing customs upon arrival in another country, all sandwiches can be seized and thrown away.

Dry cosmetics (shadows, powder, blush, etc.) have no restrictions on transportation, except for their weight. Restrictions apply only to liquids. As in the case of food, the volume of liquid cosmetics in hand luggage must not exceed 100 ml. That is, if a jar of cream has a volume of 250 ml, and the cream itself in it is only 70 ml, it will have to be sent in baggage. In total, no more than 10 bottles can be taken into the salon, the total volume of which should not exceed 1000 ml.

Currently, many creams, shampoos, balms are produced in a special package of "travel" volume, no more than 50-70 ml. You can also stock up on the road with probes, which, provided that their volume does not exceed 0.5-10 ml, are not even counted as liquids by many airlines. And such a small amount can be enough for 2-3 weeks of travel.

In the cargo department, it is allowed to transport perfume products in in large numbers(up to 2 liters), but it must be securely packed. Some companies do not allow transportation of aerosol products such as deodorants. Therefore, check with the company by phone.

You should not check in your laptop. In hand luggage, it is not taken into account and belongs to the category of personal items. Putting it on the luggage rack is not worth it, because of the shaking it can be damaged. Place the device under the seat. You can not turn it on during takeoff and landing due to possible interference.

If you are being treated and you continuously need to take medications, but they are prohibited, take care of the documents. You need a prescription for a medicine, a copy of the medical record and a certificate certified by a seal. Insulin and asthma inhalers are not checked in as hand luggage.

It is forbidden to import psychotropic drugs, which include phenazepam. It is not worth taking it with you. For more information about medications, please contact the airline. It is also advisable to learn about medicines that can be imported into a particular country. You may be let through at our customs and not released in another state due to different lists approved medicines.

What medicines can I take on a plane, can I take Phenazepam?

As you can see, it is worth organizing a trip in advance. This will save you time and nerves.

VIDEO: Transportation rules

Can I take food on the plane? – A question that many travelers are interested in. It worries people who are going to distant countries or just like to eat. In answering this question, there are many nuances, such as the composition of products that can be carried in baggage, hand luggage, the amount of liquids allowed for storage on board the liner, and so on. We will tell you more about all these features in more detail.

What food can you take on a plane?

Passengers' doubts about whether food can be brought onto the plane are always resolved positively. Airport and airline employees have nothing against food. At the same time, the question is: “Is it possible to carry products in hand luggage?” causes employees air harbors smile.

It is allowed to take any products on board, not just those bought in Duty-free, as most tourists think. The meals that the passenger took with him can save some money on food during the flight (especially on low-cost flights) or provide additional calories for the body during a long trip. Food will be especially useful in case of unforeseen delays at take-off or docking airports.

In order not to get hungry, you can take sandwiches on the plane. These are simple and nutritious dishes that are stored for a long time and easily satisfy your appetite. In order to ensure better preservation of food, it is advisable to pack sandwiches in cling film or in lunch boxes. Can I carry sausage, my favorite sandwich ingredient, in hand luggage? Yes, you can. But it is better to use boiled types of this product, without spices, which have strong smell. Don't annoy your fellow travelers with specific scents and think about their comfort.

Also suitable as components of a second breakfast or afternoon snack:

Cookies and snacks (preferably without spices, only salty or sweet);
Chocolate (without flavors and additives);
Fruits (can be carried in hand luggage, it is better to take not too juicy fruits, such as bananas or apples);
Dried products (except meat with spices);
Sucking sweets (especially orange ones).

All products that are taken on board must be cut and separated into pieces that do not require the use of a knife or scissors before being placed in the bag. This must be done due to the fact that it is forbidden to take piercing and cutting objects (even a manicure set) into the cabin of an airliner.

Can I take liquids on board?

It is forbidden to carry any liquids, including creams or gels, on the airliner. The maximum allowed amount of moisture that can be carried on board an aircraft is 1 liter, but no more than 100 ml should be in one container. Thus, the total number of containers is limited to 10 bottles.

The list of prohibited liquids does not include baby food purchased at a supermarket or pharmacy (not necessarily located at the airport). Non-alcoholic drinks are always available from the flight attendant and do not need to be carried with you. Only on the flights of some low-cost airlines you have to pay separately for water, tea or coffee.

What liquids can not be taken on a plane?

Caviar

You can also take caviar on a plane, which is also considered a liquid and falls under the 100 ml limit. In order not to worry about this precious and tasty product and not to make nice gifts to border guards, it is better to check it in your luggage.

canned food

Still to liquids always carry canned products. At the same time, seaming can be transported in the luggage of the aircraft. So, if you want to bring fruit in syrup or fish that is not produced at home, it is better to put it in the main suitcase.

Sweets

All creams and jellies, according to international transport regulations, are liquids. For this reason, the cake cannot be transported on an airplane. The border guards will take away any sweets with filling or cream and will be very happy to eat such products after the shift.

In the information desk of any carrier, the answer to the question will be negative: Is it possible to take jam on a plane? This product is classified as a liquid and is prohibited from being carried on board.

What liquids can I take on a plane?

Exceptions to the rules are:

Liquids purchased from Duty-free stores. Drinks from duty-free markets can be taken on board in any quantity. At the same time, it must be remembered that drinking alcohol on the planes of some airlines (for example, Turkish Airlines) is prohibited and the presence of cognac or vodka in the bag does not guarantee that you can drink alcohol without incident in the cabin of the liner.
Liquids that are intended for dietary nutrition (kefir, mineral water). Along with liquids, you need to have a certificate from a doctor, which confirms the need to drink a certain type of liquid for various periods of time (every 2, 3 or 4 hours);
Medications (but only those that must be consumed during the flight and only with a relevant certificate from a doctor. For international flights medical documents are preferably issued in English);
Baby food (more on that later).

What can be taken from food for children?

All types of baby food are allowed in carry-on baggage. Any cereals and milk mixtures can be fed to the baby during the flight. For a short voyage with 1 flight lasting no more than 4 hours, you should take:

Jars of baby food or milk formula;
Dried fruits and snacks for a snack (crackers, raisins, banana chips, dried pineapples);
Fruit and vegetable juices.

When making a long trip with 1-2 transfers for a baby, you additionally need to grab sour-milk drinks. Kefir, ayran or fermented baked milk will make it easier for the child to change the climate.

It would be right to take with you instead of 1 bottle of juice or yogurt with a volume of 1-1.5 liters, several small containers with a volume of 0.33-0.5 liters. Such containers will cause less dissatisfaction among airport staff and border guards.

Particularly tough on baby food that is carried on board is in China. They select everything that is needed for kids over the age of 5 years. It is believed that a child of 6 years or more can eat on a par with adults.

Loyal attitude to food for young passengers stand out resort countries: Thailand and Turkey. Employees of the airports of these states skip almost all the food. Sometimes employees may ask the question "For baby?" and limit it.

It is desirable that all products that are taken with you as baby food are purchased at the store and marked as baby food (with special inscriptions or labels). In no case should you carry home-cooked meals on the plane. Border guards may seize such foods as potentially dangerous or intended for adults.

What products can be carried in the baggage of the aircraft?

You can carry any food in the baggage of the aircraft. The main thing is that the total weight of the bag does not go beyond the norm of 20 kg. Perishable or fatty foods (lard, fish, meat) are best wrapped in vacuum packaging or at least in several layers food film. Such measures will help not to stain other things that are in the bag and prevent the spread of the smell of smoked, salted or dried meats or fish.

What products cannot be taken in hand luggage?

International air transportation rules do not provide for prohibitions on the presence of any products in hand luggage or baggage of a passenger. But some airlines, in order to avoid unpleasant incidents, introduce lists of prohibited foods and certain products on their own. You can find out about such a list on the official website of the carrier. Also, restrictions on the import and export of food are in effect in almost all states. the globe. On Russian domestic flights, it is allowed to carry any food.

In order not to cause indignation among the other passengers of the vessel, you should not bring into the cabin of the aircraft:

Perishable products (fish, boiled and fried meat)
Milk and kefir;
Foods that exude a strong odor (eggs, sausages, chicken, onions and garlic).

Which countries are not allowed to import food?

Some countries, for security reasons, prohibit the importation of most food products available in Russia and the CIS. These states include:

Finland;
Sweden.

To avoid problems at the customs of these countries, it is better to eat all the edible things that are taken with you into the cabin before landing at the airport. Meat, milk, meat and dairy products cannot be imported into EU Member States. The exception is baby food, if it weighs no more than 2 kg and does not require storage in refrigerators or freezers.

From some countries of the world it is limited or prohibited to export products that are the property of the country. For example, from Vietnam you cannot take nuoc mam sauce with you (even on domestic flights), and from Finland - sturgeon caviar. You also need to constantly follow the news. New products prohibited for import are introduced constantly due to epidemics (bird flu).

Brief Summary

Before traveling to any country in the world, you need to ask her customs regulations, especially regarding the import of food and the export of valuable products. All information about this is available on the Internet in Russian or English.

It is allowed to carry food on the plane, but you should not take perishable products with you. Liquids can be taken on board in containers with a capacity of no more than 100 ml. The exception is:

Baby food;
dietary products;
Medicines;
Drinks from Duty-free.

You can carry anything in your luggage, but you should not forget about the correct packaging of food.

In 2017, new rules for carrying hand luggage on an airplane came out. We advise you to carefully read the list of what you can take in hand luggage and what not if you are going on an air trip. Ignorance of such subtleties, alas, can overshadow your vacation.

1. Food

You can carry any food on board the aircraft, except for liquid and jelly-like food. You can take with you:

nuts;
cookie;
fruits;
sandwiches;
chips, etc.

For a child, you can take baby food. But refrain from yoghurts, juices, jellies and similar products, otherwise they will be confiscated from you. They will also take canned food and food in jars. All permitted products should be packaged in transparent bags. This will greatly speed up the inspection.

It is important to take into account the specifics of the carrier and the airport. So, at the Paris airport. Charles de Gaulle is not allowed to carry cheese in hand luggage.

Products from Duty Free can also be taken with you. The main thing is that the store packaging remains undamaged (the seller must pack the goods in a special bag with a capacity of 2 liters). in addition, save the receipt - it may be required when passing control.

2. Medicines

The following medications can be carried on board the aircraft:

pills;
various drops;
dressing materials;
hydrogen peroxide.

It is better if the medicines are in undamaged original packaging, with instructions for use. Otherwise, when landing, customs officers may suspect that you are carrying prohibited substances under the guise of analgin.

If you have an injury, you can add crutches or other orthopedic aids to your hand luggage.

According to the rules, the volume of liquid in hand luggage should not exceed 100 ml. Therefore, if the medicine is liquid or in the form of a spray, make sure that the volume does not exceed what is allowed. Syringes cannot be taken on board.

3. Digital technology

What technical devices you can take on board are determined by the security regulations of the country you are traveling to. Usually, you are allowed to take in hand luggage:

laptop;
tablet;
mobile phone;
Mp3 player;
camera;
electric razor and toothbrush;
charging for devices;
voluminous electrical appliances (for example, a hair dryer).

You can (and should) also take headphones on board. If you are going to listen to music or watch a movie on a laptop, other passengers are unlikely to be happy to share this pleasure with you.

Although it is not forbidden to take a mobile phone with you, you may not need it during the flight. Often, before takeoff, phones are asked to be turned off altogether, because they can interfere with work. electronic systems aircraft.

If you are going to take bulky equipment with you, remember the rules. Usually, the length of things in hand luggage should be no more than 56 cm, height - 45 cm, width - 25 cm. The maximum weight varies between 3-15 kilograms. The exact figure depends on the airport.

4. Documents, valuables and jewelry

In addition, you should take in your hand luggage:

expensive jewelry;
documentation;
valuables;
Wallet with money.

It is better to take your passport and other important papers with you - it’s calmer, you won’t worry about their safety all the way. In addition, if your luggage is suddenly lost, you will not be left in a foreign country without documents.

5. Cosmetics

On board you can carry any dry cosmetical tools:

shadows;
ink;
pencils for eyes and lips;
blush;
powder, etc.

Liquids, jelly-like substances in jars and bottles with a volume of more than 100 ml are strictly forbidden to be transported on board the aircraft in hand luggage. Pack them in luggage suitcase, otherwise you risk being left without your expensive jars.

With cans under pressure on the plane is also impossible. Therefore, you will have to get rid of shaving foam and deodorants.

Remember that usually the total volume of liquids should not exceed 1 liter. therefore, if you take water with you in addition to lotion and shampoo, and their total volume exceeds the allowable one, think about what will be more important for you on board.

6. Personal hygiene items

From personal hygiene items you can take in hand luggage:

a toothbrush and paste (although you need to clarify about the latter - at some airports it is forbidden to take paste with you);
wet wipes;
Shaver;
a comb without a sharp handle (sometimes it is forbidden to carry metal combs);
nail polish remover without acetone with a volume of not more than 100 ml.

7. Clothes

You can take with you to the salon:

jacket or sweater;
coat;
plaid;
shawl.

In addition, you can carry a handbag, an umbrella and a walking stick.

8. Other

If you are traveling with children, in addition to hand luggage, you can take a portable cradle or stroller on board. It is not forbidden to take newspapers, magazines and other printed editions(without fanaticism, of course).

weapons, and everything that looks like it (if you have a fashion accessory in the form of a grenade or a pistol, they can be taken away);
piercing and cutting objects (this includes everything, even something that you would not even think of using as a tool to hurt another person, for example, knitting needles);
animals;
gas cartridges;
toxic substances.

A full list of prohibited items is often indicated directly on the ticket. If this list is not there, ask about this issue right at the airport.

Check the rules for dimensions, they differ for each airline. Low-cost airlines are especially serious about this issue. At low cost airlines there is a strict rule: one person - one piece of hand luggage. Therefore, everything will have to be folded into one bag or package. An exception is allowed only for folding baby carriages, crutches and outerwear.

Any movement is associated with risks, therefore, it requires compliance with specific safety standards and rules. Even hand luggage on an airplane can become a threat to the life of passengers if it contains items prohibited for transportation. Before embarking on a journey, you should assess the degree of need for each piece of hand luggage on board.

Traveling with and without luggage

Going on vacation or on a long trip, a person will take with him a lot of different things necessary for the trip: change and warm clothes, personal hygiene items and cosmetics, medicines, gadgets (phone, tablet, laptop), jewelry, sometimes musical instruments.

If a whole family flies on a tour by an airliner, then the volume of things increases. For children, you will have to grab toys, and for the smallest - strollers (cradles). Most things are placed in suitcases and travel bags. When sorting things by containers, you need to take into account the amount of luggage. If you don’t need it in the cabin, it’s better to immediately check it in the luggage compartment, leaving only the essentials with you.

Note! The carriage of any hand luggage on an aircraft has restrictions stipulated by the rules of airlines. They may differ slightly from each other, but the list of prohibitions for carry-on baggage is more impressive than for the main baggage.

In advance, you should familiarize yourself with the recommendations of air carriers and take into account the requirements for hand luggage, so as not to throw away “extra” things later. This will make it possible to immediately check them in as baggage, leaving with you only the necessary items that correspond to the list.

But what if they go on a flight light - only with hand luggage (on a short business trip), taking a laptop or tablet for entertainment? Here you will have to make a more careful selection of things that you will carry with you. There are restrictions on what you can take, not only in terms of items, but also in the size of hand luggage, as well as in the number of kg.

Deciding what to take with you on the plane, everyone proceeds from their own needs. Not all hygiene products may be needed on board. Those traveling with suitcases will leave them in checked baggage. A traveler with carry-on luggage can purchase these items at the point of final arrival.

At any airport there is a duty-free zone, which is located between the checkpoint and runway. Something can be bribed there (an extra amount of liquid or food for the journey). These purchases should be taken to the salon in unopened packaging.

Important! When determining what can be carried in hand luggage, take into account and customs regulations the country to which the traveler is traveling. Many states have their own idea of what is allowed. Upon arrival, the passenger will also have to go through security, and it is not a fact that they will be able to carry everything that is included in the luggage (even if it was bought at Duty Free).

In order to save money, it is better to clarify all the nuances of the upcoming flight in advance so as not to take prohibited items with you. When deciding what is allowed to be carried in the cabin, the volume is also taken into account. If 2 people are traveling with 1 hand luggage, then the amount is calculated per bag and not per number of travelers. Therefore, it is better for a couple to take 2 small luggage, completing everything that is permitted.

What not to take on an airplane

Going on the road, just go to the website of the airline whose services you plan to use, and decide on the list of what you cannot carry on the plane. This will make it easier to select items that are considered hand luggage.

It is forbidden not only to carry weapons with you in the cabin of the aircraft - you cannot take them in luggage unless there is an appropriate permit. This category includes both firearms and piercing and cutting objects;
If the toy (as well as the lighter) is an imitation weapon, it is best to leave it in the luggage of the plane. They will not let you on board with these things, but in further journey it is undesirable to leave the baby without favorite toys;
What should not be in hand luggage is piercing and cutting objects- penknives and kitchen knives, nail scissors, metal nail files, sets of sewing needles and knitting needles, corkscrew, medical needles, razors. Even toys with sharp edges can pose a health hazard to passengers, so they are not allowed on the plane;
You can not carry in hand luggage (and even in the luggage compartment) flammable liquids and solids, explosives and radioactive, oxidizing and poisonous, as well as magnetized things. This is a priori prohibited on an airplane, since such luggage can cause a plane crash;
There is also a restriction on the carriage of medicines, both in checked baggage and in hand luggage. You can not transport psychotropic and narcotic substances, as well as poisons;
It is better to carry working power tools and carpentry equipment, sports equipment (bats, clubs, rackets, skateboards, skis and sticks for them, skates, etc.), fishing rods in your luggage on the plane. Even umbrellas and canes with sharp points can be dangerous;
Do not take perishable products in your hand luggage on the plane. You should familiarize yourself in advance with the list of items that are allowed to be taken on board for a snack.

In some cases, it is allowed to carry some items from the above list. So, a metal nail file can be replaced with a soft version with rounded edges. If a sharp razor cannot be taken on a plane in hand luggage, then a razor with removable heads and an electric razor are allowed. It is better to take folding umbrellas - they are more convenient, more compact and safer.

If a cane is an essential item, and it is difficult for a passenger to move without it, then, if there is an appropriate medical certificate, they will be allowed to carry it into the cabin. The same applies to medicines, without which a person cannot do without in flight (tablets, liquid medicines, injections). Their need must be documented, then the medicines will be allowed to be carried in hand luggage.

Important! By figuring out what not to take on a plane, passengers will make their journey easier. In case of detection of items that are prohibited to be transported, they will be seized and sent to a container at the checkpoint. Either you hand over everything superfluous in your luggage (or give it to those who are seeing you off), or you are not allowed on board the aircraft.

Things and items of hand luggage

When deciding what to take with you on a plane, you should not act on the principle of “I carry everything with me”. At hand should be things that are difficult to do without in flight.

If you have to constantly carry medicines with you, which are taken regularly at certain hours, then their presence in your purse is allowed for medical reasons. Quick aid preparations for people suffering from a number of diseases (heart disease, hypertensive patients, asthmatics, etc.) are also considered permitted items;
Healthy people can also bring an “emergency” first aid kit, including publicly available antispasmodics, analgesics, antipyretics, cold and cough remedies, absorbents, and motion sickness medications. It is allowed to bring on board brilliant green and iodine in special tubes-pencils;
If you are flying with children, be sure to take wet wipes with you. Try to keep them without a strong smell - there may be allergy sufferers next to you in the cabin;
It is allowed to carry liquids packaged in 100 ml containers in hand luggage on the plane. If there is no suitable volume, you should not take a 200 ml container half filled. The restriction does not apply to the water itself or drinks, but to the volume of containers. In this case, it should be taken into account that the category of liquids also includes creams, gels, lotions, mascaras. Personal hygiene items include toothpaste, mouth freshener, and shampoo;

Is it possible to carry food on the plane if they are fed during the flight? Most airlines allow you to bring food with you. They should not be loose, greasy, strong-smelling and perishable. They should be packed in transparent, lidded containers, which will facilitate the inspection procedure;
You can carry an inflatable neck pillow with you. It will provide comfort during a long journey;
Jewelry should not be carried in luggage, which can be accidentally lost. So it is better to put them in hand luggage;
It is also better to keep a mobile phone, tablet, camera with you in order to exclude their accidental breakage;
No one sends money and documents to the luggage compartment - they are personal items and are always kept with you (in a men's purse or a handbag).

Before deciding what you can take with you on the plane and what you can’t carry, you should clarify this point again immediately before departure - suddenly there are new rules. Situations may arise that tighten restrictions on the carriage of a number of items in the cabin. As happened during the Sochi Olympics - then the taboo in Russia was imposed on all types of liquids.

What does not apply to hand luggage

In addition to things that fill hand luggage, it is allowed to take other items on board the aircraft. They are listed as personal items and do not require a carriage charge. They are not included in the list of what is forbidden to take into the salon.

These are gadgets (tablet, camera, etc.) that are carried separately and are not checked in as baggage. So, a laptop packed in a briefcase is not considered hand luggage. This creates additional convenience - you can shift some of the items into such a bag;
Personal belongings also include warm clothes, which should be taken to the salon for those who do not like the coolness of air conditioners;
There will always be books and magazines that will help you spend time on a long flight;
Folding umbrellas, handbags - these are exclusively personal items that can be taken on a plane without any problems;
Traveling disabled people are concerned about the question of whether it is possible to take canes, crutches, strollers on the plane. Yes, these items are personal items and are allowed to be brought into the cabin;
For the convenience of parents flying with a child, you can take a cradle with you (it is considered a personal item). So it will be more convenient for the mother, and the baby is provided with a restful sleep. The stroller is checked in as luggage at the gangway;

On a long flight, blankets and pillows, which are also categorized as personal items and not hand luggage, may come in handy. Therefore, they can be carried into the cabin without any problems;
Valuable and fragile items that cannot be transported in luggage compartment(expensive musical instruments of the allowed weight and dimensions), you are allowed to take them on board the aircraft.

Note! The above list of things that can be considered personal is conditional. And although a camera, tablet, warm clothes and other items are not subject to labeling, not all airlines allow them to free transportation if the items are not packed in a bag. Sometimes paying for additional "baggage" can cost half the cost of the plane ticket itself.

Parameters defining the load

It is not enough to know what you can take in your hand luggage - some parameters should be taken into account. The baggage allowance is allowed per 1 purchased ticket. Each cargo is subject not only to inspection, but also to weighing and measurements. For the luggage compartment, their own standards are defined, for the carriage of hand luggage - their own.

Note! For each passenger in the cabin there is 1 free place for hand luggage (in business class - 2 places). It has a certain volume, so when buying a travel bag, you need to take this into account. During the inspection, parameters are measured on a special frame. If hand luggage (including wheels and handles) does not fit into the test volumes, it will not be possible to take it into the cabin and will have to be checked in.

This must be taken into account when buying travel bag or backpack. The maximum allowable amount of baggage is determined by the airline whose services you will use. IN different aircraft Dimensions of compartments for hand luggage may vary. This point must be clarified with the airline when choosing a bag for hand luggage.

The weight of the luggage is also important, which determines how much you can take with you. The nominal value of kg is determined by the airlines. Overloading involves a surcharge. The maximum possible weight for things not related to carry-on baggage and allowed to be carried in the cabin should not exceed 32 kg.

Important! Before heading to the airport, weigh everything that you plan to take with you on your trip so that there are no misunderstandings at the terminal. The weight and dimensions of the luggage should allow you to put the bag on the shelf on your own, without stress, without resorting to outside help.

It was mentioned above that vials for liquids should not exceed 100 ml. The exception is bottles with baby food, which the baby will need in flight. For liquids, you should purchase a special travel kit, where bottles of the required sizes are already packed in a plastic bag. The total recommended volume for transportation is 1 liter.

The stationery sells handy zippered files that can easily hold small vials of liquids. Having packed all the bottles in such a transparent bag, it will be easier to pass through the inspection. And for the passenger himself, such compactness is very convenient - everything you need will be at hand.

Some airlines set their own restrictions and regulations, which may differ slightly from the standard ones. But one unspoken rule applies everywhere: what more expensive ticket(respectively, the higher the class), the more cargo can be carried in hand luggage for free. But even in business class, the weight of luggage in one hand should not exceed 32 kg, and the sum of 3 dimensions should be within 158 cm. The maximum allowable number of kilograms depends on the chosen airline. Personal belongings of children are allowed in quantities not exceeding 10 kg.

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Not everything can fit in your carry-on, but traveling light has its perks. The absence of the main luggage will allow you to save on the budget - you will not have to pay for a place in the luggage compartment. You also don’t have to wait for luggage to be issued upon arrival at your destination, and worry about the condition in which it flew (and whether it arrived at all). Things taken to the salon are always at hand and are guaranteed not to be lost. The main thing is to take into account all the requirements of airlines and know what is forbidden to be carried on an airplane in hand luggage and what is not. Those things that had to be left at home are not a problem to bribe on the spot.