Ahead of the 2010 World Cup, Acsa and domestic airlines have agreed to implement hand-luggage restrictions to reduce “unnecessary flight delays”.

“With passengers now being able to check-in at home or through the self-service kiosks, we have seen a huge increase in hand luggage. In many instances the hand luggage cannot fit into the cabin, meaning it has to be manually loaded into the hold of the aircraft, resulting in flight delays,” explains Acsa group manager: communication, Solomon Makgale.
 
These restrictions will take effect at OR Tambo immediately, while Cape Town and Durban will see restrictions in place from February 6.
 
The restrictions are as follows:
• One bag + laptop for economy-class passengers
• Two bags + laptop for business/ first-class passengers
• Weight of each bag may not exceed 7kg
• Total dimensions of each bag may not exceed 115cm (56cm x 36cm x 23cm).
Compliance with these requirements will be verified at security checkpoints.