for anyone flying with ba after 13th feb
Sporting EquipmentFrom 13 February 2007, all customers will be allowed to check in their respective free checked baggage allowance PLUS one additional item of sports equipment from the list below.
For Sporting goods items that weigh between 23kg - 45kg (50 - 99lbs) please notify at time of booking or at a minimum of 24 hours before departure. We will not accept oversized items exceeding 2.5m x 1.00m x 0.80m (98in x 39in x 31in).
Snow and ...
for anyone flying with ba after 13th feb
Sporting EquipmentFrom 13 February 2007, all customers will be allowed to check in their respective free checked baggage allowance PLUS one additional item of sports equipment from the list below.
For Sporting goods items that weigh between 23kg - 45kg (50 - 99lbs) please notify at time of booking or at a minimum of 24 hours before departure. We will not accept oversized items exceeding 2.5m x 1.00m x 0.80m (98in x 39in x 31in).
Snow and skiing equipment
Skis, poles and boot bag allowed
Snowboard and boot bag allowed
Golf Equipment
A golf bag containing clubs and a pair of golf shoes allowed
Fishing equipment
The Rod & tackle bags are allowed
Bicycles
A single seat touring non motorised bicycle is allowed.
Windsurfer sets
Windsurfer sets comprise of board, sail & spare plus mast are all considered as one bag and will be accepted as long as they do not exceed the maximum dimensions
Diving equipment kit
Diving equipment kit comprises of facemask, pair of fins, pressure gauge, regulator, safety vest, snorkel, tanks and weights belt, snorkel,
NB Sporting goods weighing over 23kg will require pre-notification. E.g. diving equipment up to a maximum weight of 45kgs and the cylinder must be empty to ensure safe handling
Hang gliders
Hang gliders are unlikely to be with in the maximum dimensions but if they are will be counted as one bag
Firearms
Sporting guns/firearms will continue to be accepted as sporting goods – considered as one bag no charge and no change to current handling process
Any other sports item not listed above, will be charged as an extra bag if the customer is over their free checked baggage allowance.