by If you’re flying early, there are rules you need to be aware of when packing for the trip.
The airline has encouraged passengers to read up on what they can and cannot bring on board, saying: “We want you to be able to pack discreetly” and provide guidance on which items should be left at home, reports the Daily Record.
EasyJet allows all passengers to have a small cabin bag measuring up to 45 x 36 x 20cm as standard. For example, the Chelsea Bag from luxury suitcase brand Antler is currently on sale for £84, down from £140.
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There are also certain items that are classified as dangerous goods. So what are these items and what are not allowed to pack?
Here’s what you need to know about what you can and can’t bring with you:
Liquid
You are only allowed to carry liquids, aerosols and gels in containers of 100ml or less when you go through security. These should all fit in one transparent 20cm x 20cm resealable bag.
Each passenger can carry a maximum of 1,000ml through security, however if you need more, you can buy some in the departure lounge.
Alcohol
You are allowed to bring alcohol purchased in the airside departure lounge into the cabin, as long as it is unopened. The alcohol must be lower than 70 percent abv and packed in an airport shopping bag or in your cabin bag.
The airline says: “The consumption of any alcohol not purchased on board the aircraft is strictly prohibited and those found to be drinking their own alcohol may be prosecuted.”
Food
You are allowed to bring food into the cabin, but there is a 100ml limit for liquid foods such as soup or custard. It’s important to note that different countries have their own rules for importing food and drink, so it’s wise to check these before you fly.
Hot drinks, baby food and milk
You can bring your hot drinks on board if they have been purchased at the airport and have a tight lid.
Parents will know that the usual 100ml liquid limit does not apply to baby food, milk or sterilized water, as long as the total amount does not exceed one litre. However, for security reasons, you may be asked to taste it.
Cigarettes and e-cigarettes
You can carry cigarettes in your cabin bag, but check the allowance for your destination country. Lighters are allowed on board but must be kept in your pocket, and the airline strictly prohibits games on board.
For e-cigarettes, you are allowed to carry up to two extra batteries in your cabin bag, but they cannot be placed in the stomach. The airline emphasizes: “You cannot smoke any kind of cigarette on the plane. It is a criminal offense to do so. Recharging e-cigarettes or vaporizing devices on board is strictly prohibited.”
Sharp things
You can bring tweezers, scissors with rounded ends and blades less than 6cm long into the cabin. Razor blades are only allowed in the cabin if they are fixed in plastic.
Knives with a blade no larger than 6cm can be taken on board. Other sharp objects are not allowed in the cabin.
For more information, visit easyJet’s dangerous goods page.
Pets and assistance dogs
The airline says animals are not allowed on its flights but there is an exception for recognized guide and assistance dogs.
Camping equipment or stoves
Camping stoves and fuel containers containing flammable liquid can only travel in the hold of the aircraft provided the container has been drained of all liquid prior to flight. If you are carrying a re-used camping stove or fuel tank, advise easyJet that the fuel tank or empty container must be allowed to drain for at least one hour.
They add: “The fuel tank or container must then be left uncovered for at least 6 hours to allow any residual fuel to evaporate. The fuel cap or container must be securely attached and wrapped in absorbent material, such as paper towels. , and placed in a polyethylene bag or equivalent. The top of the bag must be sealed or gathered and closed with an elastic band or string.”
Christmas cookies or party poppers
Heading out for the Christmas season? You are allowed to carry up to two sealed boxes of crackers in their original packaging in your cabin bag. However, easyJet recommends packing them in your carry-on luggage to avoid any security misunderstandings.
They warn: “Some crackers contain fresh items which are not allowed on board the aircraft. Some airports (such as London Gatwick and London Stansted) do not allow you to take crackers in your cabin bag so please check the website the airport for the most part. recent information before you travel. Party poppers cannot be brought on board the aircraft or placed in the interior.”
Camera recording equipment
Cameras can exceed the size restrictions of regular luggage (maximum 63cm x 27cm x 28cm length x width x height). They must be stowed in the overhead locker gradually to minimize space usage.
They do not need to be carried inside a bag of any kind and cannot be stored under the seat in front of you. You need to be able to disconnect and remove the lithium battery easily, says easyJet.
Smart luggage
Smart luggage is a suitcase that includes a lithium battery or power bank that is used to power itself or recharge other devices. There are limits on the type of lithium batteries allowed in possession.
EasyJet has issued a statement saying: “If the smart luggage is to be checked in and checked in, you must disconnect and remove the lithium battery / power bank from the smart luggage at Bag Drop and bring it into the cab with you Any exposed terminals should be protected from short circuit.”
They added: “If the smart luggage is to be carried in the cabin, you must disconnect and remove the lithium battery / power bank from the smart luggage, but it can remain in the bag. In all cases, for safety reasons, it must disconnect the lithium battery / power bank, so if you can’t remove it from your luggage, we won’t be able to accept the bag on board.”
Instruments
EasyJet recommends purchasing specialist travel insurance to cover your musical instrument before you travel.
They say that the amount of musical instruments you can bring on board as cabin baggage depends on your cabin bag allowance explaining: “Any instrument larger than 30 x 117 x 38cm cannot be counted as cabin baggage unless you purchase separate seat. for it – and it meets our safety requirements.”
msgstr “If you prefer, you can add checked baggage to your booking for these items. Please make sure all tools are packed safely and securely.”
The airline also clarified that any instrument larger than 30cm x 120cm x 38cm such as a double bass or a harp cannot be taken on board the aircraft as cabin baggage. Passengers will need to add checked baggage to their booking for these items and ensure they are packed safely and securely.
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