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21 September 2006
In a move that will make life easier for some passengers, the government is increasing the size of carry-on luggage allowed on airplanes.
Starting this Friday, 22 September, larger bags will again be allowed into airplane cabins, the Department for Transport announced today.
Currently, passengers boarding flights in the UK are limited to one item of carry-on luggage, with dimensions no more than 45cm by 35cm by 16cm. Starting Friday, passengers will still be allowed to carry only one item of luggage into the cabin of the aircraft, but it can be bigger, as limits are being raised to 56cm by 45cm by 25cm (including wheels, handles and side pockets).
Handbags may be packed within the carry-on, and then removed once the passenger is on the plane.
Liquids still forbidden
As before, pushchairs, crutches and wheelchairs are permitted, and liquids remain banned except for the following:
- essential medicines sufficient for the duration of the flight
- baby milk and baby food, which must be tasted by the passenger
Find out more about security restrictions by visiting our security page or the Department for Transportation's (new window) website.
