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Air India Carry-On Size & Bag Rules
Air India is India's flag carrier and a Star Alliance member. All passengers can bring one carry-on bag and one personal item. Indian government security regulations (BCAS) limit all classes to one piece of hand baggage, regardless of frequent flyer status.
Personal Item
Under the seat
Length
15.0
in
Width
11.0
in
Height
7.0
in
Cabin Bag
Overhead bin
Length
21.0
in
Width
15.0
in
Height
7.0
in
All passengers get 1 carry-on bag (Economy 7 kg, Business/First 10 kg) plus 1 personal item (3 kg). Indian regulations limit all classes to 1 piece of hand baggage.
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How to Measure
Length — tallest dimension, from floor to top of handle/wheels
Width — widest side, including external pockets
Depth — front to back, at the thickest point
Always measure the full external size — wheels, handles, and pockets count. Manufacturer specs often exclude these.
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