After making a flight booking, the preparations for taking the flight must begin. As there are many aspects of preparation, let us list them for reference and understanding. Passengers must make sure they follow the list below and keep the required documents with them when traveling by air.
List by passenger for travel by air
- Travel documents required
- E-Ticket, Web Check-In, Seat select and Meal preference
- Hand bag and Check-in baggage weight and dimensions allowed
- Security restricted articles which must not be carried
- Items restricted by the country of travel which must not be carried
- Appropriate clothing as per the occasion and weather
- Electronic items like Laptop, Camera, Tablet and Mobile phone
- Airport reporting time, Check-in time and boarding details
- Carrying valuables, cash and foreign currency
- Cosmetics, toiletries, medicines
- Baby items like baby food and diapers
- Warm jacket with hood to wear in the airport and flight
- Snacks, Water bottle and other food items
- Sporting equipment like racquets, cricket bat or golf kit
- Any individual, personal or medical requirements
- Commute to the airport
Baggage packing Thumb Rules
Packing your bag correctly is very important to ensure hassle-free and comfortable flying experience. It is a good practice and mandatory to comply with the applicable security and safety regulations when traveling.
- All electronic items, valuables, cash, jewellery, and travel documents must be carried in Hand Bag only and not in Check-In bag.
- All articles that are not allowed in Hand Bag must be carried in Check-In Bag along with clothes and other personal items. Valuables, currency and electronic items must not be carried in Check-In Bag.
- Ensure Baggage weight and dimensions are as per airline specifications. If you are flying on different airlines, ensure to follow the same else follow the lowest baggage weight and dimensions allowed.
- Protect and secure Check-In bags with a proper lock, protective cover and wrapping.
- Do not accept any package, item, or bag from strangers at any time to carry with you in your baggage.
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Passengers must plan to report to the airport as per specified timelines and complete necessary departure formalities. Follow airline baggage allowance and specifications for a pleasant flight and to enjoy the journey. Make sure not to carry any Restricted Items. Traveling light is always a good idea.
Concise list for first time travellers. Well written.
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