Post by coppersun2001 on Nov 15, 2006 12:17:58 GMT -4
This is taken right off of the Skyservice baggage page:
1. Overview
2. Advance Seating
3. Baggage
Allowance
4. Check-In
5. Special Handling
6. Special Needs
7. Pets & Service
Animals
8. Medical Attention
9. Packing Tips
10. Passport & Visas
Baggage Allowance
What can I take?
What if my baggage weighs more than the approved amount?
Limited Release Tags
Fragile items
What can I take on board the aircraft?
Sports equipment
Musical instruments
What can I take?
Free baggage allowance varies with some destinations. As a rule, each passenger is allowed a maximum of two pieces of checked luggage, the combined weight of both pieces not to exceed 20 kg (44 lbs). Please refer to your airline ticket for your exact baggage allowance.
For Titan Tours or G. G. Tours passengers, please refer to their website for exact baggage allowances.
Total dimension of checked bagged is not to exceed 158 cm (62 inches) (length + width + height) per piece.
What if my baggage weighs more than the approved amount?
Please be advised that as of May 1st, 2006 all passengers departing from Canada for international travel (sun destinations and transatlantic) will be required to pay an increased excess baggage fee, as described below. Passengers who are in destination (departed from Canada prior to May 1st, 2006) will be subject to the rate increase commencing May 7th, 2006.
• A charge of $10.00 CDN per kg if passenger is originating from Canada.
• A charge of 5.00 GBP per kg if passenger is originating from the United Kingdom.
• A charge of 7.00 Euros per kg if passenger is originating in Europe.
• A charge of $8.00 USD per kg if passenger is originating from any other country.
At this time, the rates for domestic and transborder flights will not be increased. For all travel within Canada and the United States, excess baggage fees will remain as described below.
• A charge of $7.00 CDN per kg if passenger is originating from Canada.
• A charge of $5.00 USD per kg if passenger is originating from the United States.
†Foreign currency rates are subject to change without notice.
Limited Release Tags
Bags that are scuffed, torn or otherwise show signs of age and wear will have limited release tags completed before being accepted for check-in. These tags indicate that Skyservice will not assume liability for damage.
There is a certain amount of wear and tear that is the normal result of use and for which the airline is not responsible, and we therefore decline claims for the following:
Scratches
Torn seams
Missing straps
Dents
Scuffs
Manufacturers defects
Handles
Soiling
Wheels
Locks
Nicks
Zipper damages
Fragile Items
Skyservice will decline to accept fragile items unless they are properly packed for shipping and have a limited release tag completed. We do recommend that items of a fragile nature (including sporting equipment) be insured for shipping.
When possible - fragile items should be carried in the cabin (please see carry on baggage allowances)
Skyservice will not be liable for damage to fragile items.
Limit of Liability
The airline recommends that all bags be locked, and that unless insured, the bag remains at the owners risk throughout the flight.
Our liability is limited for the carriage of items of value in checked luggage unless we have been advised at the time of check-in. We strongly advise that additional insurance be purchased for all fragile articles including sporting equipment.
Baggage should be designed to protect its contents and packed accordingly to prevent damage in the course of normal handling.
Unclaimed baggage
Unclaimed baggage and its contents which cannot be identified will be held for up to 60 days, subsequent to which the bag and its contents will be disposed of as seen fit.
What Can I Take on Board the Aircraft?
Please ensure that medication, cash, jewellery, electronic goods, documents and fragile items (size dependant) be carried on the aircraft with you.
Carry on Baggage (Hand Baggage) Allowances
In accordance with the Transport Canada Carry on Baggage Program, each passenger is permitted only one piece in the cabin and this may be no larger than 9" x 16" x 20" and weigh no more than 5 kgs.
Excess will be charged at the applicable rate per kg for each direction, for bags that are excessively heavy (and may need to be checked).
Extra pieces will be checked.
Carry on luggage must be placed either under your seat or in an overhead storage bin of the aircraft.
Bags with built-in rollerboards will not be accepted in the cabin unless the dimensions including wheels and handles are as outlined above.
Items counted as Carry on Baggage:
Any kind of bag or suitcase, briefcase, laptop computer, diaper bag, camera case with spare lenses & film that are in addition to the camera itself, cartons, boxes and other similar items.
Items not counted as Carry on Baggage:
Cameras, coats, diplomatic or consular bags, purses (10" x 12"x 8" or less), receptacles containing human remains, child restraint systems. Please note: car seats are only permitted in cases of infants for whom a seat has been purchased.
Containers carrying life sustaining items - please contact us prior to your flight at 1-888-571-0094
Items not allowed in Carry on Baggage:
All Knives
Any sharp object
Any weapons including replica or toy weapons
Corkscrews
Fireworks
Sporting equipment including golf clubs, hockey sticks, ice skates, ski poles, squash/ tennis racquets, baseball bats, pool cues
Computer security chain
Skyservice reserves the right to prohibit any item considered a security risk.
Items allowed as Carry on Baggage:
Electronic equipment such as cell phones, portable music players, laptop (minus security chain)
Nail clippers
Non-metallic nail files
Disposable razors & razor blade cartridges
Syringes or needles for personal medical use
Medically required walking canes
Umbrellas
Sporting Equipment
Please note that there is a limit of one item per passenger accepted as a courtesy. Anything beyond this list will be considered excess. Passengers may be required to sign a Limited Release Tag if the item is considered unsuitably packaged, or is fragile or if the items has pre-existing damage.
Item Cost Special Instructions
Bicycles No Charge Handlebars must be fixed sideways and the tires deflated. Must be placed in a solid bag* or box.
Golf Equipment No Charge In order to keep the contents intact, we ask that the bags be covered. Limited to a regular sized golf bag consisting of:
- 14 clubs
- 12 golf balls
- 1 pair of shoes
Scuba Equipment No Charge Air tank must be completely emptied. Pressure guage must be protected. Skyservice suggests a waiting period of at least 24 hours between the last dive and flight check-in time. It is however, the sole responsibility of the individual to determine what pre-flight waiting period following their dive is safest for them.
Ski Equipment
or Snowboard No Charge Consists of - 1 pair of skis, boots and poles or snowboard & 1 pair of snow boots.
Place your skis & poles or board in a pouch and boots in another bag.
Windsurfing Equipment CDN $100
(round trip) Consisting of one windsurf board and/or one mast boom and/or sail. A special request should be sent to Skyservice due to limited quantity accepted on board. If mast is more than 10 feet long, it must be detached from the board. If mast is less than 10 feet long, it must be attached to the board.
Surfboards CDN $100
(round trip) Any regular size not more than 12 feet long.
Kayaks CDN $100
(round trip)
Hunting Equipment No Charge Firearms can only be admitted in cargo and must be packed in a rigid case with proper identification. Ammunition is forbidden, including separate boxes. Passengers must conform to the standards of the destination country. If checking in a hand-gun, passengers need to present a Registered Firearm License and a Permit to carry or transport. If checking in a rifle passengers need to present a Firearm License (formerly FAC - Firearm Acquisition Certificate).
Motorcycle Motorcycle transportation is strictly forbidden on Skyservice flights.
Musical Instruments
As Checked Baggage
Instrument must be packed in a rigid case. Passengers must sign a Limited Release Tag
As Carry-on Baggage
Instruments must be no larger than 23 x 40 x 51 cm. or 9" x 16" x 20" and must fit under the passenger's seat.
Item Cost Special Instructions
Children Accessories
& Strollers No Charge Strollers will normally be taken at the cabin door for stowage in the cargo hold, and returned to the bridge on arrival. All other accessories are to be checked baggage and should be packed appropriately to prevent damage. All passengers must sign a Limited Release Tag.
Wheelchairs &
Mobility Aids No Charge Where possible, the passenger should use their own wheelchair up to the aircraft door from which point it would be stowed in the hold. On arrival, every attempt is made to have the wheelchair available at the door. Skyservice is not able to accept wheelchairs or mobility aids with spillable (wet) batteries.
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1. Overview
2. Advance Seating
3. Baggage
Allowance
4. Check-In
5. Special Handling
6. Special Needs
7. Pets & Service
Animals
8. Medical Attention
9. Packing Tips
10. Passport & Visas
Baggage Allowance
What can I take?
What if my baggage weighs more than the approved amount?
Limited Release Tags
Fragile items
What can I take on board the aircraft?
Sports equipment
Musical instruments
What can I take?
Free baggage allowance varies with some destinations. As a rule, each passenger is allowed a maximum of two pieces of checked luggage, the combined weight of both pieces not to exceed 20 kg (44 lbs). Please refer to your airline ticket for your exact baggage allowance.
For Titan Tours or G. G. Tours passengers, please refer to their website for exact baggage allowances.
Total dimension of checked bagged is not to exceed 158 cm (62 inches) (length + width + height) per piece.
What if my baggage weighs more than the approved amount?
Please be advised that as of May 1st, 2006 all passengers departing from Canada for international travel (sun destinations and transatlantic) will be required to pay an increased excess baggage fee, as described below. Passengers who are in destination (departed from Canada prior to May 1st, 2006) will be subject to the rate increase commencing May 7th, 2006.
• A charge of $10.00 CDN per kg if passenger is originating from Canada.
• A charge of 5.00 GBP per kg if passenger is originating from the United Kingdom.
• A charge of 7.00 Euros per kg if passenger is originating in Europe.
• A charge of $8.00 USD per kg if passenger is originating from any other country.
At this time, the rates for domestic and transborder flights will not be increased. For all travel within Canada and the United States, excess baggage fees will remain as described below.
• A charge of $7.00 CDN per kg if passenger is originating from Canada.
• A charge of $5.00 USD per kg if passenger is originating from the United States.
†Foreign currency rates are subject to change without notice.
Limited Release Tags
Bags that are scuffed, torn or otherwise show signs of age and wear will have limited release tags completed before being accepted for check-in. These tags indicate that Skyservice will not assume liability for damage.
There is a certain amount of wear and tear that is the normal result of use and for which the airline is not responsible, and we therefore decline claims for the following:
Scratches
Torn seams
Missing straps
Dents
Scuffs
Manufacturers defects
Handles
Soiling
Wheels
Locks
Nicks
Zipper damages
Fragile Items
Skyservice will decline to accept fragile items unless they are properly packed for shipping and have a limited release tag completed. We do recommend that items of a fragile nature (including sporting equipment) be insured for shipping.
When possible - fragile items should be carried in the cabin (please see carry on baggage allowances)
Skyservice will not be liable for damage to fragile items.
Limit of Liability
The airline recommends that all bags be locked, and that unless insured, the bag remains at the owners risk throughout the flight.
Our liability is limited for the carriage of items of value in checked luggage unless we have been advised at the time of check-in. We strongly advise that additional insurance be purchased for all fragile articles including sporting equipment.
Baggage should be designed to protect its contents and packed accordingly to prevent damage in the course of normal handling.
Unclaimed baggage
Unclaimed baggage and its contents which cannot be identified will be held for up to 60 days, subsequent to which the bag and its contents will be disposed of as seen fit.
What Can I Take on Board the Aircraft?
Please ensure that medication, cash, jewellery, electronic goods, documents and fragile items (size dependant) be carried on the aircraft with you.
Carry on Baggage (Hand Baggage) Allowances
In accordance with the Transport Canada Carry on Baggage Program, each passenger is permitted only one piece in the cabin and this may be no larger than 9" x 16" x 20" and weigh no more than 5 kgs.
Excess will be charged at the applicable rate per kg for each direction, for bags that are excessively heavy (and may need to be checked).
Extra pieces will be checked.
Carry on luggage must be placed either under your seat or in an overhead storage bin of the aircraft.
Bags with built-in rollerboards will not be accepted in the cabin unless the dimensions including wheels and handles are as outlined above.
Items counted as Carry on Baggage:
Any kind of bag or suitcase, briefcase, laptop computer, diaper bag, camera case with spare lenses & film that are in addition to the camera itself, cartons, boxes and other similar items.
Items not counted as Carry on Baggage:
Cameras, coats, diplomatic or consular bags, purses (10" x 12"x 8" or less), receptacles containing human remains, child restraint systems. Please note: car seats are only permitted in cases of infants for whom a seat has been purchased.
Containers carrying life sustaining items - please contact us prior to your flight at 1-888-571-0094
Items not allowed in Carry on Baggage:
All Knives
Any sharp object
Any weapons including replica or toy weapons
Corkscrews
Fireworks
Sporting equipment including golf clubs, hockey sticks, ice skates, ski poles, squash/ tennis racquets, baseball bats, pool cues
Computer security chain
Skyservice reserves the right to prohibit any item considered a security risk.
Items allowed as Carry on Baggage:
Electronic equipment such as cell phones, portable music players, laptop (minus security chain)
Nail clippers
Non-metallic nail files
Disposable razors & razor blade cartridges
Syringes or needles for personal medical use
Medically required walking canes
Umbrellas
Sporting Equipment
Please note that there is a limit of one item per passenger accepted as a courtesy. Anything beyond this list will be considered excess. Passengers may be required to sign a Limited Release Tag if the item is considered unsuitably packaged, or is fragile or if the items has pre-existing damage.
Item Cost Special Instructions
Bicycles No Charge Handlebars must be fixed sideways and the tires deflated. Must be placed in a solid bag* or box.
Golf Equipment No Charge In order to keep the contents intact, we ask that the bags be covered. Limited to a regular sized golf bag consisting of:
- 14 clubs
- 12 golf balls
- 1 pair of shoes
Scuba Equipment No Charge Air tank must be completely emptied. Pressure guage must be protected. Skyservice suggests a waiting period of at least 24 hours between the last dive and flight check-in time. It is however, the sole responsibility of the individual to determine what pre-flight waiting period following their dive is safest for them.
Ski Equipment
or Snowboard No Charge Consists of - 1 pair of skis, boots and poles or snowboard & 1 pair of snow boots.
Place your skis & poles or board in a pouch and boots in another bag.
Windsurfing Equipment CDN $100
(round trip) Consisting of one windsurf board and/or one mast boom and/or sail. A special request should be sent to Skyservice due to limited quantity accepted on board. If mast is more than 10 feet long, it must be detached from the board. If mast is less than 10 feet long, it must be attached to the board.
Surfboards CDN $100
(round trip) Any regular size not more than 12 feet long.
Kayaks CDN $100
(round trip)
Hunting Equipment No Charge Firearms can only be admitted in cargo and must be packed in a rigid case with proper identification. Ammunition is forbidden, including separate boxes. Passengers must conform to the standards of the destination country. If checking in a hand-gun, passengers need to present a Registered Firearm License and a Permit to carry or transport. If checking in a rifle passengers need to present a Firearm License (formerly FAC - Firearm Acquisition Certificate).
Motorcycle Motorcycle transportation is strictly forbidden on Skyservice flights.
Musical Instruments
As Checked Baggage
Instrument must be packed in a rigid case. Passengers must sign a Limited Release Tag
As Carry-on Baggage
Instruments must be no larger than 23 x 40 x 51 cm. or 9" x 16" x 20" and must fit under the passenger's seat.
Item Cost Special Instructions
Children Accessories
& Strollers No Charge Strollers will normally be taken at the cabin door for stowage in the cargo hold, and returned to the bridge on arrival. All other accessories are to be checked baggage and should be packed appropriately to prevent damage. All passengers must sign a Limited Release Tag.
Wheelchairs &
Mobility Aids No Charge Where possible, the passenger should use their own wheelchair up to the aircraft door from which point it would be stowed in the hold. On arrival, every attempt is made to have the wheelchair available at the door. Skyservice is not able to accept wheelchairs or mobility aids with spillable (wet) batteries.
PRINTER FRIENDLY