Central Mountain Air's baggage policy for carry-on and checked baggage, based on the latest available information. Always check flycma.com for the most up-to-date details, as policies may vary by route, fare type, or aircraft type.
Carry-On Baggage
Allowance:
- All passengers: 1 carry-on bag + 1 personal item (e.g., briefcase, laptop bag, purse, camera case, diaper bag) included free.
- On flights with 50 seats or less (e.g., Beechcraft 1900D): Only 1 personal item is allowed onboard due to limited overhead space; carry-on bags may be gate-checked free of charge.
Dimensions & Weight:
- Carry-on: Max. 9 x 16 x 22 in (23 x 40 x 55 cm), including wheels/handles, with a maximum weight of 22 lbs (10 kg). Must fit in overhead bins or under the seat.
- Personal item: Max. 6 x 13 x 17 in (16 x 33 x 43 cm), with a maximum weight of 22 lbs (10 kg). Must fit under the seat.
- Total combined dimensions for carry-on: Max. 45 linear inches (114 cm, L + W + H).
Additional Notes:
- Oversized carry-ons are not permitted and may cause delays; they must be checked at the gate or check-in counter, potentially incurring fees.
- Liquids/gels: Max. 3.4 oz (100 ml) per container, fitting in a 1-quart clear plastic bag.
- Prohibited items: Firearms, ammunition, loose cartridges, e-cigarettes, and hazardous materials (e.g., flammable liquids, fireworks) are not allowed in carry-on. Spare lithium batteries must be in carry-on, protected to prevent short-circuiting.
- Drones: Allowed in carry-on if turned off and safely stowed; lithium batteries must be removed and carried in carry-on.
Checked Baggage
Allowance:
- Economy Class: 2 checked bags included free, each with a maximum weight of 50 lbs (23 kg) and maximum linear dimensions of 62 in (158 cm, L + W + H). The combined weight of both bags must not exceed 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Infants: Typically allowed baggage as part of the adult’s allowance (e.g., diaper bag as a personal item).
- Military Personnel: Active, Reserve, National Guard, retired personnel, and dependents may be exempt from baggage fees with valid ID.
Dimensions & Weight:
- Max. 50 lbs (23 kg) per bag and 62 linear inches (158 cm, L + W + H).
- Overweight (51–70 lbs / 24–32 kg): $25–$50 per bag, subject to space availability.
- Oversized (63–115 in / 159–292 cm): $25–$100 per bag, subject to space availability.
- Bags over 70 lbs (32 kg) or 115 in (292 cm) are not accepted and must be shipped as cargo.
Fees (approximate, per bag, each way)
- Excess baggage (third bag or more): $85–$95.
- Overweight (51–70 lbs): $25–$50.
- Oversized (over 62 in): $25–$100.
- Fees vary by route and are cumulative (e.g., an overweight and oversized bag incurs both fees).
- Prepaid baggage options are available up to 24 hours before departure via flycma.com; airport fees may be higher.
Additional Notes:
- Excess/oversized baggage is carried space-available and may not travel on the same flight.
- Baggage is tagged only to Central Mountain Air destinations; for connecting flights with other airlines, passengers may need to collect and recheck baggage.
- Inspection: All baggage is inspected at check-in, and only suitably packed items are accepted. A signed release may be required for fragile or oversized items.
- Liability: Central Mountain Air is not responsible for nicks, scratches, missing straps, zipper damage, scuff marks, wheel damage, soiling, manufacturing defects, or damage from over-packing/spillage.
Special Items
Sports Equipment:
- Counts toward checked baggage allowance if within 50 lbs (23 kg) and 62 in (158 cm).
- Bicycles: $75 CAD (plus tax) per direction, subject to space availability. Handlebars must be fixed sideways, pedals removed, and tires partially deflated.
- Golf Clubs: Must be in a hard- or soft-sided container designed for shipping. Cape Air is not liable for damage unless in a hard-sided case.
- Ski/Snowboard Equipment: Skis/snowboards and boot bags count as one item if appropriately tagged. Subject to standard baggage fees if oversized/overweight.
- Other equipment (e.g., fishing rods, reels, tackle boxes): Accepted as checked baggage only, subject to fees if exceeding limits.
Musical Instruments:
- Can be carried on if within carry-on size/weight limits or checked if within checked baggage limits. Oversized instruments may fit in overhead/under-seat space if compliant.
Pets:
- Small cats, dogs, and household birds (domestic Canada flights only) allowed in-cabin for $50 CAD per direction if the pet and carrier weigh under 22 lbs (10 kg). Carrier dimensions: Max. 9 x 15 x 17 in (23 x 38 x 44 cm), must fit under the seat and count as carry-on.
- Larger pets (up to 100 lbs / 45 kg with carrier) can travel as checked baggage. Carrier dimensions: Max. 36 x 26 x 28 in (91 x 66 x 71 cm). Fees vary by destination; max. $100 CAD for oversized baggage. Beechcraft 1900D limited to “Intermediate” kennel size (300); Dash 8 and Dornier 328 accept up to “Large” (400).
- Cargo pet shipping: $137.50–$165 CAD (plus tax) per kennel, depending on connections. Requires 24-hour advance reservation.
Perishable Items (e.g., fish, meat, antlers):
- Accepted as checked baggage on Dash 8 and Dornier 328 flights only, if in a 100% leak-proof, impact-proof container (no Styrofoam coolers). Gel packs required for cooling.
- Antlers/horns: $50 CAD (plus tax) per item.
- Excess/overweight fees apply; CMA is not liable for spoilage.
Firearms & Ammunition:
- Firearms are prohibited. Ammunition (max. 11 lbs / 5 kg per passenger) is allowed in checked baggage only, in the manufacturer’s original box or a sturdy container. No loose cartridges permitted.
Mobility Aids, Strollers, Car Seats:
- Free, not counted toward baggage allowance.
Medical Devices:
- Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POCs) and CPAP machines are allowed as carry-on or checked baggage but cannot be used onboard. Must have sufficient battery power for the flight duration.
