The term “hand luggage” (also commonly referred to as “cabin baggage” or, especially in North America, “carry-on luggage”) refers to the baggage that passengers are permitted to bring with them into the aircraft cabin. Unlike checked luggage, which is stored in the plane’s cargo hold, hand luggage remains with the passenger throughout the flight. What …
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checked luggage
A checked luggage (or checked baggage) refers to any bag or container that passengers surrender to the airline at check-in, to be transported in the aircraft’s cargo hold. Unlike carry-on luggage or personal items, which stay with the passenger in the cabin, checked luggage is not accessible during the flight. It is typically retrieved by …
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personal item
A personal item in the context of air travel refers to a small bag that passengers are allowed to bring onto an airplane in addition to their carry-on luggage. Unlike a carry-on, which typically goes in the overhead bin, a personal item must be small enough to fit under the seat in front of you. …
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