Video:Tips on U.S. Airways Baggage Policies

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Hey guys, Greyson Ferguson here for About.com. Today we're going to talk about U.S. Airways' baggage policies.

U.S. Airways Baggage Policies Differ Based on Size of Luggage

As of June 2011, unless you are flying to or from Europe, Isreal or Brazil, you are going to pay some sort of a baggage fee. This includes flying within the United States. Your first checked bag is going to cost $25. Keep the bag under 50 pounds. If the bag you check weighs more than this, you are going to pay an additional $90. If the bag weights more than 70 pounds, the price increase to an additional $175.

Due to the steep fees, it is a good idea to try and fit all of your travel needs inside your carry-on. The carry on can be 14 inches by 9 inches by 22 inches. Any carry-on luggage container you purchase from the store is going to fit these requirements. You also must make sure the bag is under 40 pounds, otherwise it is going to be checked and you must pay the monetary fee.

U.S. Airways Baggage Policies for Carry-On Luggage

When carrying on items to the plan, you are allowed the one carry on bag and a personal item, such as a purse or laptop bag. If you find your bag weighs too much, try to reduce the weight, if at all possible.

To know before you leave how much your bag weighs, you can use a bag scale to weight the bag. These are available at most stores that sell luggage. If you can't get the bag under the required weight, there isn't anything you can do other than pay the fee.

Tips for Toiletries in U.S. Airways Baggage Policies

Remember, when bringing toiletries onto the plan via carry-on, you must have all liquids in a clear, quart-sized bag, and all liquids must be in a container less than three ounces each. Anything larger is going to be confiscated.

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