| Baggage
Allowance
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 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 all passengers departing will
be required to pay an excess baggage fee, as described
below.
• A charge of $10.00 CDN per kg if passenger
is originating from Canada.
•
A charge of 7.00 Euros per kg if passenger is originating
in Europe.
•
A charge of $10.00 USD per kg if passenger is originating
from any other country.
†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" or 23cm x 40cm x 51cm and weigh no more than
5 kgs or 11 lbs.
- 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
In addition to the free baggage allowance, ONE of the following articles of baggage may be carried without additional charge, except for water sport equipment, to a maximum of 32 kilograms (70 lbs.) per passenger, subject to availability of space. Passengers may be required to sign a Limited Release Tag if the item is considered unsuitably packaged, or is fragile or if the item has pre-existing damage.
Golf Equipment:
One covered golf bag containing up to 14 golf clubs, 12 golf balls and one
pair of golf shoes. No charge up to 20 kilograms
Ski Equipment or Snowboard:
Consisting of (a) one pair of skis, boots and poles or (b)
snowboard and one pair of snow boots. Passenger must place skies and poles or board in a
separate bag from the boots. No charge up to 20 kilograms
Bicycles:
One bicycle – handlebars must be fixed sideways and tires must be deflated. The
bicycle must be placed in a solid bag, box or other suitable travel case. No Charge up to 20
kilograms
Scuba Equipment:
Scuba tanks must be empty of all oxygen and the pressure gauges
protected. Equipment must only consist of 1 tank, air regulator, mask and fins. Skyservice
recommends waiting period of at least 24 hours between the last dive and flight check-in time.
It is however, the sole responsibility of the passenger to determine the pre-flight waiting
period following their dive is safest for them. No charge up to 20 kilograms
Windsurfing equipment: Consisting of one windsurf board and/or one mast boom and/or sail.
A special request must 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. Passenger will be charged $100.00 CDN per round
trip, per unit
Surfboards:
Any regular size surfboards not more than 12 feet long and up to a maximum of 20
kilograms. Passengers will be charged $100.00 CDN per round trip, per unit
Kayaks: Passenger will be charged $100.00 CDN per round trip, per unit
Kite Boards: Includes kite board and power kite to a maximum of 150 cm. No charge up to 10
kilograms
Boogie boards:
One board per passenger and up to a maximum of 5 ft in length. No charge up
to 10 kilograms
Skateboards:
One skateboard per passenger not weighing more than 10 kilograms. No charge
Ice skates or rollerblades: One per passenger and must be contained in plastic, or proper
skate bag. No charge up to 10 kilograms
Hiking/Mountaineering Equipment:
One bag per passenger may consist of one sleeping bag,
one tent, and accessories. No charge up to 20 kilograms
Hunting equipment:
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 laws, rules, regulations and 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 such hand-gun. If checking in a rifle passengers need to
present a Firearm License (formerly FAC - Firearm Acquisition Certificate). No Charge up to 20
kilograms
Fishing Equipment:
One set per passenger, which consists of one fishing rod and one tackle
box. No Charge up to 10 kilograms
Hockey Sticks and Equipment:
One set per passenger consisting of a maximum of 2 sticks, a
helmet, puck, set of pads and a pair of skates. Any loose sticks not packed in a hockey bag
must be taped together and tagged separately. Any additional items will be accepted at the
excess baggage rates assigned
Tennis Racquets:
Tennis racquets may be accepted as carryon baggage as long as they are
within the sizing restrictions. No charge up to 10 kilograms
Camping Equipment:
Consisting of one tent, one sleeping bag, and camping accessories. Only
new stoves and non-used canisters will be accepted. No fuel sources will be accepted. No
charge up to 20 kilograms
Horseshoes:
Shoes must be packed in secure container or bag. No charge up to 20 kilograms
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. |
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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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