Tips
on packing for your flight
Go
for strength as opposed to looks, cases can receive harsh treatment
at airports, and hard-frame cases are tougher than soft nylon
ones, which can tear. Take care not to over fill your case and
remember to pack any valuables in your hand luggage. Attach luggage
labels to every item of your baggage, and put name and address
labels inside your bags and cases.
Luggage
allowance
The
standard allowance on charter flights is 20kg (44lb) per person
(excluding infants), unless your ticket says otherwise, there
is usually a charge if you exceed this amount. On scheduled flights,
the allowance is normally two pieces of luggage weighing 32kg
(70lb) each.
You
can also take one piece of hand luggage with you on to the plane,
but this should not exceed 5kg in weight, and be no bigger than
43x28x23cms. Please note that hand luggage may be weighed, as
well as cameras and handbags. The low dose x-ray machines used
at UK Airports will not affect photographic film.
First
aid kit
We
recommend that you take with you a basic first aid kit to cover
you in the event of stomach upsets, headaches, sunburn, cuts and
grazes etc. Also remember to pack any prescribed medication, this
should be carried in your hand luggage.
Cigarette
lighters
Many
multipack cartons of cigarettes purchased outside airports have
a 'free' lighter attached to them. There is strong evidence that
these lighters may in some circumstances self ignite. Aviation
law requires passengers to carry lighters and matches on their
person. Passengers are allowed to carry one lighter only. Under
no circumstances should lighters be packed in suitcases or hand
baggage.
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