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Old Dec 3, 2013, 6:19 am
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Originally Posted by Sant
On my return, I plan to check all my luggage and just carry a messenger bag to the plane. Unfortunately, my emptied FAA-regulated carryon weighs a little over 6kg. If 7.3kg causes the bag to be checked, c'est la vie. Fortunately, I have travel insurance in case my bags are delayed and need to purchase emergency clothing.
.3 of a kilo won't be a problem I've had the bag checkers weigh it at 10kg and they just ask 'do you have a laptop in there?' and i nod and they just allow it.
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