LIAT implements baggage restrictions during busy season

Regional carrier, LIAT (1974) Ltd has announced important changes to its baggage policy aimed at ensuring a consistent delivery of service to all passengers of the Caribbean Airline on an ongoing basis, and especially at this busy time of year.

As a consequence, with effect from December 1st 2008, the free baggage allowance for all LIAT services will be set at one piece at a maximum of 50 lbs (23 kgs.).  Further, the maximum overall size per piece will be 62 inches (157 cms).

In addition, passengers will be allowed one piece of cabin baggage inclusive of a laptop at a maximum weight of 15 lbs.(7 kgs.) and maximum overall dimensions of thirty-six inches (36ins) or ninety-one centimetres (91 cms.).

Passengers are also asked to note that extra pieces of baggage (that is, pieces in excess of the above allowance) will be subject to excess baggage charges and will only be accepted on a space available (standby) basis. ~~Adz:Right~~

LIAT Chief Executive Officer, Mark Darby said given that these changes could have implications for perishable items packed in airline luggage, LIAT also urged customers not to pack perishable items in their checked luggage. He said customers should note that perishable items would not be accepted in standby baggage.

Darby added that as is customary on entering the busy holiday season, LIAT would be implementing its regular policy of limiting the amount of baggage that can be carried between December 1st and January 15th and would only be accepting one additional piece of “excess baggage” during this period.

"While we recognise that our customers often want to travel with more luggage, due to the cargo hold capacity limitations of the Dash 8 aircraft currently operated by LIAT, it is necessary that LIAT restricts the amount of baggage carried by its passengers. This will help us offer a more consistent and reliable baggage delivery service to all passengers, including those adhering to the baggage limitations," Mr. Darby said.