Baggage of more than 120 lbs is allowed as long as it is within the maximum ramp/takeoff weight. Is this true?

Baggage of more than 120 lbs is allowed as long as it is within the maximum ramp/takeoff weight. Is this true?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only With Permission
• D. Not Addressed

Answer: (B)

Baggage weight limits apply to individual items, not just the total aircraft weight. The maximum ramp weight (MRW) or takeoff weight sets the limit for the airplane’s overall load, but there are separate per-item limits for baggage. A single bag that is very heavy, such as 120 pounds, would exceed the usual per-item allowance and typically cannot be checked as regular baggage—even if the total load stays under MRW. Very heavy or oversized bags are usually treated as cargo or require special handling and fees. So, this statement isn’t true.

Baggage weight limits apply to individual items, not just the total aircraft weight. The maximum ramp weight (MRW) or takeoff weight sets the limit for the airplane’s overall load, but there are separate per-item limits for baggage. A single bag that is very heavy, such as 120 pounds, would exceed the usual per-item allowance and typically cannot be checked as regular baggage—even if the total load stays under MRW. Very heavy or oversized bags are usually treated as cargo or require special handling and fees. So, this statement isn’t true.