An important stage of any trip involving a flight by plane is baggage collection. Not only beginners, but also experienced travelers sometimes do not know what you can take with you on a plane, and what is strictly forbidden by countries and airlines. In order not to lose favorite things that were unknowingly taken with you, you should adhere to certain rules and take only permitted items. In order to answer the question of what items can not be taken on an airplane, you should turn to a kind of traveler's memo.
Traveler's memo
In addition to pleasant impressions and vivid emotions, any trip to a new country is accompanied by troubles and worries about luggage and documents. Any trip on an airplane requires you to follow certain rules and recommendations that you can and cannot take on an airplane:
- Study all the recommendations regarding the import and export of things for a particular country. Otherwise, there may be problems with law enforcement agencies that will only overshadow the trip. A certain situation in the country, quarantine or lifestyle of the local population - all this can affect things that are better not to take with you.
- In addition to the rules established by a particular country, you should familiarize yourself with the rules for baggage and hand luggage of a particular airline whose services you use. They may differ from each other. Particular attention should be paid to the size and weight of the luggage. Different airlines may have different parameters. And if in the last trip through one company the size of hand luggage was 10 kg, this does not mean that the others adhere to the same figure. Checking the information on the site will help to save the extra money that you may have to pay for an advantage.
- Do not forget to weigh your suitcase before heading to the airport. This is necessary in order to avoid an advantage and unnecessary expenses.
- It is better to take only the most valuable things and essentials on board the plane so that the flight is as comfortable as possible. Let it be your favorite book, magazine or any other entertainment.
- Fragile items such as equipment and documents are best taken on board an airplane. Since sometimes luggage is lost, broken and so on. Usually there is no ceremony with luggage, and upon arrival you may find that your favorite tablet is not in the best condition. And no one will refund the cost of fixing it.
Going on an air trip, carefully check whether your baggage complies with all the rules of transportation, and the recommendations on what you can’t take in your hand luggage are followed.
With what items is access to the airplane closed?
The list of prohibited items is not so long, so you should carefully study it to avoid unpleasant situations. What can not be taken aboard?
Tanks with liquid and gel, the volume of which exceeds 100 ml
The most popular rule is that you can’t take it to the cabin, as everyone knows about it. It is forbidden to put liquids, gels, creams and aerosols in the luggage that you take with you on board an airplane. And this rule applies even to such seemingly harmless objects as perfumes, toothpaste, creams for hands and face, mascara and so on. But panic, running to change the ticket and transfer to the train is not worth it, nevertheless, subject to certain conditions, the restrictions have exceptions. You can bring on board, for example, hand cream, if the volume of one bottle of liquid is not more than 100 ml. This rule is quite logical, few people will take half a liter of shampoo with them on the plane. Just do not forget that the volume of all containers should not exceed one liter. It is recommended to pack all liquids in a special bag. And remember that there is only one such bag per person.
It is also important to remember that if the volume in the bottle is 200 ml, then even if the bottle is half full, it will be considered as a whole. Even an open bottle of drinking yogurt or even ordinary water will not be allowed to be carried on board. The restrictions do not apply to baby food and drugs. The answer to the question of why liquids cannot be taken on an airplane is simple - for safety reasons.
Sharp objects that can become an instrument of crime
And if the restrictions on liquids can still be circumvented, then this point is beyond discussion. Knives, scissors, needles, even knitting needles and crochet hooks are things that you can’t take on board in your hand luggage. So, if you were planning to finish knitting another scarf or hat on an airplane, then it won’t work. It is not recommended to take even a nail file with you. And such a seemingly safe item can cause problems during inspection. Manicure scissors, a nail file and any other items for manicure can be folded into a cosmetic bag and sent to your luggage. In this case, there will be no problems during the search.
Weapons and imitation weapons
It is a logical point, which does not cause any doubts and complaints. Entrance with weapons is strictly prohibited on board the aircraft. And this applies not only to real weapons, even if your child took a toy gun with him, you will have to part with such a toy, otherwise no one will miss you on the plane. Therefore, it is better to hand over such toys in baggage, otherwise you will have to throw it away. Even a water pistol from a child will be taken away and thrown away. In order to avoid children's tears, take care of this in advance and hand over all items that may cause suspicion among airport employees. On this list of what can not be taken on board in the baggage is not limited.
Alcoholic drinks
You can carry alcohol only in baggage, observing the volume regulations. These standards are prescribed by countries and depend on the place where you fly and where you fly from. But this rule has exceptions, you can take alcohol purchased in duty-free on the plane after inspection. But there are no restrictions on cigarettes, you can take ordinary tobacco and electronic devices for smoking.
Items not elsewhere classified
The question of what cannot be taken on hand luggage on an airplane is not limited to the list above. For example, during the Olympics in Sochi it was forbidden to transport any liquids and gels, since there was a threat of terrorist attack. The question of why water cannot be taken on an airplane has always been of interest to travelers, but the answer is simple and logical - safety. Before you pack your suitcase, carefully study the rules of the airline, as different airlines have their own restrictions on the import and export of baggage. Restrictions on what things cannot be taken on an airplane may be related to certain events that are happening right now in the country you are visiting.
What to bring with you?
If the question of what to bring with you on board is haunting, and the backpack is still empty, it is best to take those things that will help to save time. Especially if the flight is long enough.
1. Gadgets.
Remember that it is better to take all the equipment with you, as there is a chance that in the luggage the camera or tablet can be significantly damaged. And if the flight is long enough, then this is still a great opportunity to spend time with benefit, watch a movie and even work. There are a huge number of applications for travelers who work offline. You won’t be bored. You can take a player, a mobile phone and a charger (with the exception of the Samsung Galaxy Note phone, as cases where the smartphone spontaneously exploded), a tablet, an e-book, a hairdryer, a curling iron, an electric shaver and an electric toothbrush, a laptop , video and camera. In addition to gadgets, you should take jewelry and any securities with you on board. After all, their damage can be fraught with serious consequences.
2. Documents and money is an obvious point.
However, many travelers forget about this. It often happens that for security reasons, people hide money in a suitcase so as not to accidentally lose it or that no one steals it, but in the end the luggage is lost or delayed, and the unfortunate traveler is left penniless. In addition to money, you should always have all the main documents with you (passport, ticket, insurance), otherwise your trip will end at the border control stage. It is best to prepare a special daddy for documents and always keep it with you.
3. An important point is medication.
First of all, it should be a set of essential drugs. The category of essential drugs includes analgesic, antipyretic, antihistamine tablets. Take care of motion sickness remedies, such an attack can overtake at the most inopportune moment. As for potent drugs, they must necessarily declare and translate the prescription from the doctor into English or the language of the country in which you fly. They may even require a check from the pharmacy. Such drugs include powerful painkillers, sleeping pills, psychotropic and even drugs for burning weight, any medications that may include narcotic substances. In order not to make a mistake, it is better to consult a doctor and specialists in the airlines. In addition to the necessary tablets, it is not out of place to take a pack of wet wipes with you.
4. Food and pillow.
To make the longest flight as comfortable as possible, bring along an air bag and some food. A pillow will help you get enough sleep, especially if the flight is nocturnal. Many are of the opinion that food should not be taken on an airplane, but this is not at all true. It happens that food served on planes is tasteless or contains foods that people are allergic to. What to do? Do not starve! There are a lot of reasons to take food on a plane . Especially for those who fly low-cost airlines, where, in principle, free meals are not provided. The only rule is not to take products that are prohibited from being imported into a particular country. If you fly to a country with a different climate, take care of the things you might need after landing. For example, a hat, scarf, gloves, coat. You can even take an umbrella, but only a small one, with the exception of the umbrella cane. For people with limited or temporary disabilities, it is allowed to carry sticks, crutches and the like as hand luggage. In the cabin, you can also take a baby seat or stroller. The main thing is that their weight be within the permissible norm.
What is strictly prohibited?
There is also a list of things that in no case can be put either in a suitcase or in a bag that you take with you on a plane:
- Explosives, weapons, ammunition.
- Poisons and other toxic substances.
- Flammable liquids and solids.
- Radioactive materials, compressed gases, toxic, corrosive and corrosive substances.
- Oxidizing agents and organic peroxides.
The list is small, but its observance is strictly necessary. If you have questions about the luggage or pets you are planning to bring with you, be sure to consult with the airline staff and study the latest rules for visiting the country where you are going to go. This list also applies to the fact that you can not take on an Aeroflot aircraft.
Size matters
In addition to restrictions on things that you can take with you on a trip, there are recommendations about the size of bags and suitcases. For example, you can take a small bag or backpack with you on the plane, the dimensions of which should not exceed 40 centimeters in height, 50 cm in length, and 20 in width. These are absolutely all airlines' guidelines. Economy class passengers are allowed to carry only one such bag or backpack. Those who fly in business class can take two bags that do not exceed the specified sizes.
In addition to the dimensions of the bag, there are restrictions on the weight of its contents. The accepted norm is up to 8 kilograms. However, some companies increase this figure to 10 kg.
As for baggage, on average, the weight of a suitcase should not exceed 20 kg in economy class and 30 kg in business class, but it is better to clarify this issue with the airline that provides transportation services. If you are flying a large company, do not forget that 20 kg of luggage and 10 kg of hand luggage are for each person, so the more people fly with you, the greater the opportunity to carry out all the necessary things.
Tips to Avoid Unpleasant Situations
Experienced travelers always follow the three main tips that will help you pack and baggage correctly, without any hassle or worries:
- Before packing in a suitcase, check it for damage and holes. All locks must be in working condition, otherwise such hindsight can be fraught not only with damage, but also with loss of luggage.
- Do not be too lazy to wrap luggage with a special film. You can do it at home, you can also do it at the airport for an additional fee. This procedure may seem useless at first glance, but the film minimizes the risk that the suitcase gets dirty or breaks during transportation. Some companies have added this rule to the list of obligatory ones and without a film they simply will not accept luggage.
- If your baggage exceeds weight, you should prepare money. Each extra kilogram, the so-called overweight, is paid in the amount of 2% of the ticket price.
The list of what should not be taken on an airplane depends on many factors. For example, the type of aircraft, the internal rules of the airline. Before traveling, carefully read all the rules of transportation to avoid troubles. There is no need to go far for the necessary information - all of it is on the official websites of the airlines. For example, if you leave the GOA, then all the local currency will have to be spent, because its export is prohibited.
A separate category - pets
If your trip can not do without a pet, then you should prepare for the next portion of worries. Mention that you are flying with animals should already be at the stage of buying a ticket. Then you should prepare all the necessary information for the flight and make the necessary vaccinations. Two hours before the start of the flight registration, you will need to go to the veterinarian who works at the airport and provide him with all the documents regarding the four-legged friend.
For example, if you are traveling to EU countries, it is mandatory that you have a microchip in your pet, as well as an international veterinary passport, a certificate that is issued by the head veterinarian no later than five days before departure.
The situation becomes more complicated if you decide to go to England, Malta, Ireland and Sweden - these countries require the results of a test for the presence of rabies virus in animals, in some countries they still do not do such a test.
In addition to the package of documents, transportation should be prepared in advance for transporting the pet. And do not feed your pet, because at the airport he will be weighed along with the cage, you will have to pay for the transportation of the animal at an excess rate for each kilogram.