Baggage Allowance
Category: travel
The predefined limit on the weight and quantity of luggage a passenger may transport at no extra cost.
Baggage allowance is governed by the specific fare class and route. Exceeding these weight or dimensional limits triggers "excess baggage fees." Airlines strictly enforce these limits to balance the aircraft’s total take-off weight (fuel consumption) metrics.
Common Examples
- Checking our booking details confirmed an allowance of two fifty-pound bags, preventing a surprise over-weight fee at the counter.
- Strict enforcement of the baggage allowance ensures the aircraft maintains its calculated performance and center-of-gravity balance.