AIRPORT EMPLOYEE Baggage Handling and Cargo

Question 1

What is the standard maximum weight for a checked bag on most US domestic airlines before overweight fees apply?

Accepted Answer

50 pounds (23 kg)

Answer

70 pounds (32 kg)

Answer

40 pounds (18 kg)

Answer

60 pounds (27 kg)

Question 2

What is the purpose of a baggage reconciliation system (BRS)?

Accepted Answer

To ensure that checked baggage only travels on the same flight as the passenger who checked it in

Answer

To calculate baggage fees automatically

Answer

To track baggage during international customs inspections

Answer

To assign baggage handlers to specific flights

Question 3

What is a 'ULD' in cargo and baggage operations?

Accepted Answer

Unit Load Device — a pallet or container used to load cargo and baggage onto aircraft

Answer

Unloading Logistic Directive

Answer

Universal Luggage Decoder

Answer

Undercarriage Loading Device

Question 4

What HAZMAT class category do lithium-ion batteries in carry-on baggage fall under?

Accepted Answer

Class 9 — Miscellaneous Hazardous Materials

Answer

Class 3 — Flammable Liquids

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Class 2 — Gases

Answer

Class 1 — Explosives

Question 5

What is the IATA resolution for liability on damaged checked baggage for international flights?

Accepted Answer

Montreal Convention — up to approximately 1,288 Special Drawing Rights per passenger

Answer

Warsaw Convention — $20 per kg

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DOT Rule — up to $3,500 per claim

Answer

IATA Resolution 753 — full replacement value

Question 6

What is the DOT domestic baggage liability limit for checked baggage on US domestic flights?

Accepted Answer

$3,800 per passenger

Answer

$2,500 per passenger

Answer

$1,500 per passenger

Answer

$5,000 per passenger