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Most passengers are permitted one standard article and one personal article.
| Item | Maximum Dimensions (including wheels & handles | Note |
| Standard Article | $55 \times 40 \times 23\text{ cm}$ ($21.5 \times 15.5 \times 9\text{ in}$ | Must fit in the overhead bin. You must be able to lift it unassisted. |
| Personal Article | $43 \times 33 \times 16\text{ cm}$ ($17 \times 13 \times 6\text{ in}$ | Must fit under the seat in front of you (e.g. a laptop bag purse or small backpack . |
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| Factor | General Maximum Limit | Fees & Allowance |
| Weight per Bag (Economy/Premium Economy | $23\text{ kg}$ ($50\text{ lbs}$ | Most Economy Basic and Standard fares for travel within North America will charge a fee for the first checked bag. |
| Weight per Bag (Business/Signature Class | $32\text{ kg}$ ($70\text{ lbs}$ | Higher fares and premium classes usually include two or more free checked bags. |
| Linear Dimensions | $158\text{ cm}$ ($62\text{ in}$ (Length + Width + Height | Bags exceeding this size or the maximum weight limit will incur additional fees (Overweight/Oversized charges . |
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