An important stage of any trip involving an airplane flight is baggage collection. Not only beginners, but also experienced travelers sometimes do not know what they can take with them on a plane, and what is strictly prohibited by countries and airlines. In order not to lose your favorite things that you unknowingly took with you, you should follow certain rules and take only permitted items. In order to answer the question of what items cannot be taken on a plane, you should refer to a kind of traveler's memo.
Traveler's note
In addition to pleasant impressions and vivid emotions, any trip to a new country is accompanied by worries and worries about luggage and documents. Any travel by plane obliges you to follow certain rules and recommendations on what you can and cannot take on a plane:
- Read all the recommendations regarding the import and export of things for a particular country. Otherwise, they maythere will be problems with law enforcement agencies that will only overshadow the trip. A certain situation in the country, quarantine or the lifestyle of the local population - all this can affect things that are better not to take with you.
- In addition to the rules set by a particular country, you should familiarize yourself with the baggage and carry-on baggage rules of the airline you are using. They may differ from each other. Particular attention should be paid to the size and weight of luggage. For different airlines, these parameters may vary. And if in the past trip through one company the size of hand luggage was 10 kg, this does not mean that the rest adhere to the same figure. Checking the information on the site will help save extra money that you may have to pay for overweight.
- Don't forget to weigh your suitcase before heading to the airport. This is necessary in order to avoid overweight and unnecessary spending.
- It is better to take only the most valuable things and essentials on board the aircraft in order to make the flight as comfortable as possible. Let it be your favorite book, magazine or any other entertainment.
- It is best to take fragile items such as equipment and documents with you on board the aircraft. Since sometimes luggage is lost, broken and so on. Luggage is usually not handled with ceremony, and upon arrival you may find that your favorite tablet is not in the best condition. And no one will reimburse the expenses for repairs.
When you travel by air, carefully check that your baggage complies with all the rulestransportation, and the recommendations regarding what cannot be taken in hand luggage of the aircraft are observed.
What items are not allowed on the plane?
The list of forbidden things is not that big, so you should carefully study it in order to avoid unpleasant situations. What can not be taken on a plane?
Liquid and gel containers larger than 100 ml
The most popular rule about what not to take into the cabin, as everyone knows about it. It is forbidden to put liquids, gels, creams and aerosols in the baggage that you take with you on board the aircraft. And this rule applies even to such seemingly harmless items as perfume, toothpaste, hand and face creams, mascara, and so on. But you should not panic, run to change a ticket and change trains, after all, subject to certain conditions, there are exceptions to the restrictions. For example, hand cream can be carried on board if the volume of one bottle of liquid is not more than 100 ml. This rule is quite logical, few people will drag 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 bottle contains a volume of 200 ml, then even if the bottle is half filled, 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. Restrictions notrelated to baby food and medicines. The answer to the question of why liquids cannot be taken on a plane is simple - for safety reasons.
Sharp objects that can become a weapon of crime
And if restrictions on liquids can still be bypassed, then this item is out of discussion. Knives, scissors, needles, even knitting needles and crochet hooks are something that you cannot take on a plane in hand luggage. So, if you planned to finish knitting another scarf or hat on the plane, then it will not work. It is not recommended to take even a nail file with you. And such a seemingly safe item can bring problems during inspection. Manicure scissors, a nail file and any other manicure items can be folded into a cosmetic bag and sent to luggage. In this case, there will be no problems during the inspection.
Weapons and imitation weapons
Quite a logical point that does not cause any doubts or complaints. Entry 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 let you on the plane. Therefore, it is better to check in such toys in advance in luggage, otherwise you will have to throw them away. Even the child's water pistol will be taken away and thrown away. To avoid children's tears, take care of this in advance and hand over all items that may arouse suspicion among airport employees. This list of what you can not take on a plane in luggage is not limited.
Alcoholic drinks
You can transport alcoholic beveragesexclusively in baggage, observing the norms for volume. These norms are prescribed by countries and depend on the place where you are flying and where you are arriving from. But there are exceptions to this rule, you can take alcohol purchased in duty free on the plane after the inspection. But there are no restrictions on cigarettes, you can take both regular tobacco and electronic devices for smoking.
Items not in other categories
The question of what you can not take on a plane in hand luggage is not limited to the list above. For example, during the Olympics in Sochi, it was forbidden to carry any liquids and gels, as there was a threat of a terrorist attack. The question of why it is impossible to take water on a plane has always interested 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 luggage. Restrictions on what items cannot be taken on a plane may be due to certain events that are currently taking place in the country you are visiting.
What to bring?
If the question of what to take with you on board is haunting, and the backpack is still empty, it is best to take those things that will help kill 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 the camera or tablet in the luggage can be significantly damaged. And if the flight is long enough, then it's still greatthe opportunity to spend time with benefit, watch a movie and even work. There are a huge number of applications for travelers that work offline. You won't be bored. You can take a player, a mobile phone and a charger with you on a plane (with the exception of a Samsung Galaxy Note phone, as there have been cases when a smartphone spontaneously exploded), a tablet, an e-book, a hairdryer, a curling iron, an electric razor and an electric toothbrush, a laptop, video and camera. In addition to gadgets, you should take jewelry and any valuable papers with you on board. After all, their damage can be fraught with serious consequences.
2. Documents and money is the obvious item.
However, many travelers forget about it. It often happens that, for security reasons, people hide money in a suitcase so that they do not accidentally lose it or that no one steals it, and as a result, 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 folder for documents and keep it with you at all times.
3. An important item is medicines.
First of all, it should be a set of essential drugs. The category of essential drugs includes painkillers, antipyretics, antihistamine tablets. Take care of the means of motion sickness, such an attack can overtake at the most inopportune moment. Concerningstrong drugs, then they will have to be declared and the prescription from the doctor translated into English or the language of the country to which you are flying. They may even require a check from the pharmacy. These drugs include powerful painkillers, sleeping pills, psychotropic and even weight loss drugs, any drugs that may contain narcotic substances. In order not to be mistaken, it is better to consult a doctor and specialists in airlines. In addition to the necessary pills, it would be useful to take a pack of wet wipes with you.
4. Food and pillow.
To make your long flight as comfortable as possible, take an air pillow and some food with you. A pillow will help you sleep, especially if the flight is at night. Many are of the opinion that you can’t take food on a plane, but this is not at all the case. It happens that food served on airplanes is tasteless or contains foods that a person is allergic to. What to do? Do not starve! There are many reasons to bring food on the plane. Especially for those who fly with low-cost airlines, where free meals are not provided in principle. The only rule is not to take products that are prohibited for import in a particular country. If you are flying to a country with a different climate, take care of things that you may need after landing. For example, hat, scarf, gloves, coat. You can even take an umbrella, but only a small one, with the exception of a cane umbrella. For people with disabilities or temporary disabilities, it is allowed to take on board sticks, crutches andthe like. You can also take a child seat or stroller into the cabin of the aircraft. The main thing is that their weight should be within the allowable norm.
What is strictly prohibited?
There is also a list of things that should never be put 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, caustic and corrosive substances.
- Oxidizing agents and organic peroxides.
The list is small, but its observance is strictly obligatory. If you have questions about the baggage you carry or the pets you plan to take with you, be sure to check with the airline staff and learn the latest rules for visiting the country you are going to travel to. This list also applies to what cannot be taken on an Aeroflot plane.
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 handbag or backpack with you on an airplane, the dimensions of which should not exceed 40 centimeters in height, 50 cm in length, and 20 in width. Absolutely all airlines are guided by these figures. Economy class passengers are only allowed to carry one such bag or backpack. Those who fly businessclass, can take two bags, not exceeding the specified dimensions.
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 luggage, the average weight of a suitcase should not exceed 20 kg in economy class and 30 kg in business class, but it is better to check this issue with the airline that provides transportation services. If you are flying with a large group, 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 more opportunity you have to carry all the necessary things.
Tips to help avoid unpleasant situations
Experienced travelers always follow three top tips to help them properly pack and arrange their luggage, without unnecessary hassle and worries:
- Before packing your suitcase, check it for damage and holes. All locks must be in working order, otherwise such hindsight can be fraught not only with damage, but also with the loss of luggage.
- Don't be too lazy to wrap your 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 will get dirty or break during transportation. Some companies have added such a rule to the list of mandatory and without a film they simply will not accept luggage.
- Ifyour baggage exceeds weight limits, you should prepare money. Each extra kilogram, the so-called excess, is paid in the amount of 2% of the ticket price.
The list of what not to take on a plane depends on many factors. For example, from the type of aircraft, the internal rules of the airline. Before traveling, carefully read all the rules of transportation to avoid trouble. You don’t have to go far for the necessary information - all of it is on the official websites of the airlines. For example, if you leave GOA, then you will have to spend all the local currency, because its export is prohibited.
Separate category - pets
If your trip can not do without a pet, then you should prepare for the next portion of worries. You should mention that you are flying with animals already at the stage of buying a ticket. After that, you should prepare all the certificates necessary for the flight and make the necessary vaccinations. Two hours before the start of the flight check-in, you will need to go to the veterinarian who works at the airport and provide him with all the documents related to the four-legged friend.
For example, if you are traveling to EU countries, then your pet must have a microchip, 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, M alta, Ireland and Sweden - these countries require test results for the presence of the virusrabies in an animal, in some countries such a test is still not done.
In addition to the package of documents, you should prepare in advance transportation for transporting your pet. And do not feed your pet, because at the airport they will weigh him with a cage, you will have to pay for the transportation of the animal at the excess rates for each kilogram.
