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Archery Equipment

Continental accepts one item of archery equipment per customer as checked baggage. All items must be properly encased in a suitable container. An item of archery equipment consists of:

• 1 bow case containing bows
• 1 quiver with arrows
• Maintenance Kit of sufficient strength to protect items from accidental damage.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies. Archery equipment carried in addition to the baggage allowance will be assessed at current excess baggage charge.

Continental is not liable for damage to archery equipment that is not contained in a hard-sided case.

Bicycles

Continental Airlines accepts a non-motorized bicycle with single seat or up to two non-motorized bicycles packed in one case as checked baggage. The following are bicycle restrictions:

If the bicycle(s) are packed in a container that is over 50 lbs (23kg) and/or 62 (157 cm) total linear inches (L + W + H), a $100 service charge applies each way. The service charge is in addition to any excess baggage charges that may apply. Bicycle equipment over 70lbs (32 kg) will not be accepted as checked baggage.

If the bicycle(s) are packed in a container that is under 50 lbs (23kg) and/or 62 (157 cm) total linear inches (L + W + H), if applicable the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies.

Handlebars must be fixed sideways and pedals removed or

• All loose items must be enclosed in plastic foam or similar protective material or
• Bicycle should be transported in a sealed box. If a box is needed, see the Courtesy Bags section of this site.
• Continental is not liable for damage to bicycles that do not have the handlebars fixed sideways and pedals removed, handlebars and pedals encased in plastic foam or similar material or bicycles not contained in a cardboard containers or hard-sided cases.

Note: Bicycles will not be accepted during an excess baggage embargo when no excess baggage is allowed.

Boogie/Skim/Speed Boards

Continental accepts one Boogie/Skim/Speed board or one board bag containing up to two boards per customer as checked baggage.

Continental is not liable for damage to boogie/skim/speed boards.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for boogie/skim/speed boards.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to boards. A boogie/skim/speed board carried in addition to the baggage allowance will be assessed at the current excess baggage charge.

Bowling Equipment

Continental accepts one set of bowling equipment per customer as checked baggage.

A set of bowling equipment consists of:

• One to three bowling ball(s). Continental will permit up to three bowling balls in one bag.
• One bowling bag
• One pair of bowling shoes.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to bowling equipment. Bowling equipment carried in addition to the baggage allowance will be assessed at current excess baggage charge.

Continental is not liable for damage to bowling equipment.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for bowling equipment.

Camping Equipment

Continental accepts camping items as checked baggage. Camping items include but are not limited to the following:

• Tents
• Backpacks or Knapsacks
• Sleeping bags.

Certain items made of cloth, plastic, vinyl or other easily torn material and those having aluminum frames, outside pockets, straps, buckles and other protruding parts will be accepted as fragile items. Continental shall not be liable for fragile items. Lanterns, stoves and heating equipment which use liquid fuel, propane, butane or similar will not be accepted as baggage in accordance with dangerous goods regulations.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to camping equipment.

Fencing Equipment

Continental accepts fencing equipment as checked baggage. Fencing equipment must be securely encased in a suitable container or packaging.

Fencing equipment in addition to the baggage allowance will be assessed at the excess baggage charge applicable in the market for a single piece.

Fencing equipment containers weighing over 50lbs (23kg) that contain other items in addition to or in place of appropriate fencing equipment will be subject to a $50 overweight fee.

Fencing equipment containers measuring over 62” (157 cm) L+H+W that contain other items in addition to or in place of appropriate fencing equipment will be subject to an oversize fee.

Continental is not liable for damage to fencing equipment.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for fencing equipment.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to fencing equipment.

Firearms

Continental accepts one item of shooting equipment per customer as checked baggage. One item of shooting equipment is defined as one hard-sided shooting equipment case containing up to five firearms, with or without scopes, 11 lbs (five Kgs.) of ammunition and articles used in the firearm sport.

• Firearms will be accepted only from a customer who is 18 years of age or older.
• International firearm regulations vary by destination and transiting country. Contact appropriate consulates or embassies to obtain specific entry requirements applicable to destination(s).
• Firearms are not accepted to/from Israel.
• Firearms are not accepted to/from Denmark
• For travel to/from the United Kingdom, pistols, rifles and shotguns must be packed in a hard side rifle case.
• Customers traveling to/through Amsterdam, Netherlands (AMS) with checked firearms/ammunition must obtain permission from the Netherlands Consulate/Embassy in their country of origin prior to departure. Weapons are subject to confiscation in Amsterdam unless the owner can show all required permits. Customers traveling on military orders with checked firearms may do so without prior consent from Dutch Customs. Checked military ammunition is forbidden. For your convenience, the application for permission is available for download in Adobe PDF format.
• Curbside check-in of a firearm is not permitted.
• The firearm must be packaged in a hard-sided container capable of being locked. The container must be locked and the key or combination must remain in the customer's possession. If a hard-sided container is needed, see the container section of this site.
• Handguns must be packed in hard-side lockable luggage. Baggage containing handguns must be locked at the time of acceptance by Continental Airlines and the key or combination retained in the passenger's custody.
• The firearm will be transported in a section of the aircraft that is inaccessible to the customer. Proof of registration is not required.
• Firearms carried in addition to the free baggage allowance will be assessed at the current excess baggage charge.
• No more than 11 pounds of ammunition may be carried. The ammunition may be packed in the same container as the firearm or in a separate container. Ammunition must be packed in the manufacturer's original package or securely packed in fiber, wood or metal containers. The ammunition inside the container must be protected against shock and secured against movement. The ammunition may be packed in the same container as the firearm or in a separate container.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to checked firearms.

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Continental is not liable for damage to firearms that are not contained in hard-sided cases.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for firearms that are not contained in hard-sided cases.

Note: Customer must sign a Firearm Declaration Tag.

Fishing Equipment

Continental accepts one item of fishing equipment per customer as checked baggage. An item of fishing equipment consists of the following:

• rods
• reel
• 1 landing net
• 1 pair of fishing boots
• 1 tackle box.

All items must be properly encased in a suitable container not to exceed a total of 115 linear inches (L + W + H).

Fishing equipment over 80 inches in length will not be accepted as checked baggage on any itinerary involving a Continental Express* or Continental Connection flight.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to fishing equipment.

Fishing equipment carried in addition to the baggage allowance will be assessed at the current excess baggage charge for a single piece, whether or not it is presented as a single piece.

Continental is not liable for damage to Fishing equipment.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for Fishing equipment.

Golf Equipment

Continental accepts one item of golf equipment per customer as checked baggage.

An item of golf equipment consists of:

• 1 golf bag containing 1 set of golf clubs
• Golf balls
• 1 pair golf shoes.

All items must be properly encased in a suitable container. The golf bag must be covered or enclosed in a heavy, rigid carrying case.

Continental is not liable for damage to Golf Equipment that is not contained in a hard-sided case.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for Golf Equipment that is not contained in a hard-sided case.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second fee ($30) applies to golf equipment.

Golfing equipment containers measuring over 62” (157 cm) L+H+W that contain other items in addition to or in place of appropriate golf equipment will be subject to an oversize fee.

Gymnastic Equipment

Continental accepts one item of gymnastic equipment per customer as checked baggage. Gymnastic equipment must be securely encased in a suitable container or packaging.

Gymnastic equipment in addition to the baggage allowance will be assessed at the excess baggage charge applicable in the market for a single piece.

Gymnastic equipment bags weighing over 50lbs (23kg) that contain other items in addition to or in place of appropriate gymnastic equipment will be subject to a $50 overweight fee.

Continental is not liable for damage to gymnastic equipment.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for gymnastic equipment.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to gymnastic equipment.

Hang Gliding Equipment

Continental Airlines will accept one hand glider per customer as checked baggage. Domestically, a hang glider is subject to a $100 service charge (each way).

Contact Continental Airlines Reservations, worldwide, for international service charge rate information.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for a hang glider.

Hang Gliding equipment will not be accepted as checked baggage on any itinerary involving a Continental Express* or Continental Connection flight.

Note: Hang gliders will not be accepted during an excess baggage embargo.

Hockey/Lacrosse Equipment

Continental accepts up to two Hockey or Lacrosse sticks taped together per customer as checked baggage.

Continental is not liable for damage to Hockey or Lacrosse sticks.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for Hockey or Lacrosse sticks.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to hockey/lacrosse equipment.

Hockey or Lacrosse sticks carried in addition to the free baggage allowance will be assessed at current excess baggage charges.

Note: A duffel bag containing hockey equipment is treated as a normal checked bag. A duffel bag containing hockey equipment is subject to applicable overweight and oversize excess baggage charges.

Javelins

Continental accepts javelins as checked baggage. Javelins must be properly encased in a hard-sided container.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to javelins.

Javelins carried in addition to the free baggage allowance will be assessed at current excess baggage charge.

Continental is not liable for damage to Javelins.

Kayaks

Continental Airlines will accept one pack containing a lightweight assembly kayak. The pack must weigh less than 50 pounds (23kg).

Continental is not liable for damage to kayaks.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for kayaks.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to kayaks.

Kiteboard

Continental Airlines will accept one kiteboard or one bag containing equipment used in kiteboarding as checked baggage.

If the kiteboard/kiteboard container is over 50 lbs (23kg) and/or 62 (157 cm) total linear inches (L + W + H), a $100 service charge applies each way. The service charge is in addition to any excess baggage charges that may apply.

If the kiteboard/kiteboard container is under 50 lbs (23kg) and/or 62 (157 cm) total linear inches (L + W + H), if applicable the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies.

The board must be well padded or the entire board must be encased in a suitable container to avoid scratching. Continental Airlines shall not be liable for damage to a kiteboard or kiteboard equipment.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for a kiteboard or kiteboard equipment.

Note: On Continental Airlines flights, kiteboards over 115 inches (292 cm) in length will not be accepted as checked baggage. On Continental Express* or Continental Connection flights, kiteboards over 80 inches (203 cm) in length will not be accepted as checked baggage.

Kiteboards will be transported subject to load capacities of the aircraft on any itinerary involving a Continental Express* or Continental Connection flight.

Kiteboards are not allowed during excess baggage embargo periods when no excess baggage is allowed. Kiteboards will be accepted to Costa Rica during an embargo period.

Oars

Continental accepts one pair of oars or one oar case containing up to two oars per customer as checked baggage.

Continental is not liable for damage to oars.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for oars.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to oars.

Oars carried in addition to the free baggage allowance will be assessed at current excess baggage charges.

Paintball Equipment

Paintball guns are not permitted as carry-on baggage.

Continental does accept one bag containing equipment used in the paintball sport as checked baggage. A paintball gun may be checked in an unlocked soft or hard sided case.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to paintball equipment.

Paintball equipment in addition to the baggage allowance will be assessed at the excess baggage charge applicable in for that market.

Paintball ammunition must be packed in the manufacturer's original package or securely packed in a container that will protect the paint balls from breakage.

Compressed gas cylinders must be empty and have the regulator removed to allow for a visual inspection by a TSA Security Screener.

Unopened paintball air canisters in original plastic packaging are sold empty and customers do not need to demonstrate that the canisters are empty.

Continental is not liable for damage to paintball equipment.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for paintball equipment.

Parachutes/Parasails

Continental accepts sport parachutes and parasails as checked baggage. A parachute or parasail taken onboard the aircraft must meet carry-on size restrictions for placement underneath an aircraft seat. When checked as baggage, all excess, oversize and overweight charges will apply. If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to parachutes/parasails.

Personal Human Transporter

Subject to aircraft size and load conditions permit, Continental Airlines will accept one 2-wheeled battery powered personal human transporter in lieu of one piece of checked baggage per customer. A personal human transporter is subject to the following:

• $150.00 service charge (each way) The Personal Human Transporter service charge is in addition to any Excess Baggage Charges that may apply.
• A Personal Human Transporter is not permitted as carry on baggage.
• Continental Airlines is not liable for damage to a personal human transporter. Excess Valuation may not be purchased for personal human transporters.
• A Personal Human Transporter is not generally categorized as mobility assistance devices. Exception: if a Passenger verifies to CO's satisfaction that the Human Transporter is required as an alternative to a wheelchair, Continental will accept it without service charge and Contract of Carriage Rule 28(C)(8) will apply as to claims for loss, damage or delay.

Note: in all cases, the customer will not be allowed to operate the PHT through or past the airport security checkpoint due to safety and operational concerns.

Pole Vaults

Continental accepts one pole vault as checked baggage. Pole Vault must be properly encased in a suitable container. Pole Vault acceptance is restricted by aircraft type. Contact Continental Airlines Reservations, worldwide, for maximum length restrictions. Domestically, Pole Vaults have a service charge of $100 (each way) for each pole presented. This charge is in addition to any excess baggage charge that may apply. Continental Airlines shall not be liable for damage to a Pole Vault. Contact Continental Airlines Reservations, worldwide, for international service charge rates.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for Pole Vaults.

Pole Vaulting equipment will not be accepted as checked baggage on any itinerary involving a Continental Express* or Continental Connection flight.

Note: Pole vaults will not be accepted during an excess baggage embargo.

Pool Cues

Continental accepts one Pool Cue case containing Pool Cues per customer as checked baggage.

Continental is not liable for damage to Pool Cues.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for Pool Cues.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to pool cues.

Pool Cues carried in addition to the free baggage allowance will be assessed at current excess baggage charges.

Scuba Equipment

Continental does accept one dive bag containing equipment used in the scuba-diving sport as checked baggage. Scuba equipment in addition to the baggage allowance will be assessed at the excess baggage charge applicable in the market for a single piece.

Dive bags weighing over 50lbs (23kg) that contain other items in addition to or in place of appropriate dive equipment will be subject to the applicable overweight fee.

Dive bags measuring over 62 linear inches (157 cm) that contain other items in addition to or in place of dive equipment will be subject to the applicable oversize charge.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to scuba equipment.

An empty dive tank will not be included in determining the Free Baggage Allowance and will be subject to a $100 service charge (each way).

An empty dive tank or up to 3 rebreather tanks will not be included in determining the Free Baggage Allowance and will be subject to a service charge of $100. The empty dive/rebreather tank must have the regulator valve completely disconnected form the tank. The tank must not be sealed (i.e. the tank has an open end). The tank must have an opening to allow for a visual inspection by a TSA Security Screener.

Note: for Rebreather Equipment: Soda lime that is 4% Sodium Hydroxide or less will be accepted in checked baggage. Soda lime that is 4.1% Sodium Hydroxide will not be accepted in checked baggage.

An item of SCUBA equipment consists of one empty SCUBA tank, up to 3 rebreather tanks or one dive bag containing equipment used in the scuba-diving sport. The empty scuba/rebreather tank and a separate dive bag containing SCUBA equipment will be charged as two separate pieces.

Continental is not liable for damage to Scuba diving equipment.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for Scuba diving equipment.

Ski Equipment

Continental accepts one item of ski equipment per customer as checked baggage. Ski equipment must be securely encased in a suitable container. An item of ski equipment consists of:

• 1 pair water skis or 1 water ski bag containing 2 pairs of skis
• 1 snowboard or 1 snowboard bag containing 2 snowboards
• up to 2 pair of snow skis and associated equipment in 1 bag and 1 ski boot bag. (Note: If ski boot bag contains other items in addition to or in place of boots, it will be subject to applicable baggage fees or excess baggage fees.

If applicable, the first ($20) or second bag fee ($30) applies to ski equipment.

Ski equipment in addition to the baggage allowance will be assessed at the excess baggage charge applicable in the market for a single piece.

Ski or boot bags weighing over 50lbs (23kg) that contain other items in addition to or in place of appropriate ski equipment will be subject to the applicable overweight fee.

Ski bags measuring over 62 linear inches (157 cm) that contain other items in addition to or in place of ski equipment will be subject to the applicable oversize charge.

Continental is not liable for damage to water ski/snow ski/snowboard equipment.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for water ski/snow ski/snowboard equipment.

Surfboard/Wakeboard

• 1 surfboard $100.00
• 1 surfboard bag containing up to two boards $100.00
• 1 surfboard bag containing up to three boards $400.00
• 1 surfboard bag containing up to four boards $700.00

This service charge is in addition to any excess baggage charges that may apply.

The skeg/fin must be removed or well padded. The entire board must be encased in a suitable container to avoid scratching. Continental Airlines shall not be liable for damage to a surfboard/wakeboard. Excess Valuation may not be purchased for a surfboard/wakeboard.

Surfboard/wakeboard and surfboard bags over 70lbs (32 kg) will not be accepted as checked baggage.

Note: On Continental Airlines flights, surfboards, surfboard bags or wakeboards over 115 inches (292 cm) in length will not be accepted as checked baggage. On Continental Express* or Continental Connection flights, surfboards, surfboard bags or wakeboards over 80 inches (203 cm) in length will not be accepted as checked baggage.

Surfboards/Wakeboards will be transported subject to load capacities of the aircraft on any itinerary involving a Continental Express* or Continental Connection flight.

Surfboards and Wakeboards will not be accepted during an excess baggage embargo when no excess baggage is allowed. Exception: Surfboards and Wakeboards will be accepted to Costa Rica during an embargo period.

Wave Ski

Continental Airlines will accept one wave ski or one bag containing equipment used in wave skiing as checked baggage. A wave ski or one bag containing equipment used in wave skiing is subject to a $100.00 service charge (each way).

The board must be well padded or the entire board must be encased in a suitable container to avoid scratching. Continental Airlines shall not be liable for damage to a wave ski or wave ski equipment.

Excess Valuation may not be purchased for a Wave Ski.

Note:On Continental Airlines flights, wave skis over 115 inches (292 cm) in length will not be accepted as checked baggage. On Continental Express* or Continental Connection flights, wave skis over 80 inches (203 cm) in length will not be accepted as checked baggage.

Windsurf Board

Continental Airlines accepts one piece of windsurfing equipment not exceeding 70 pounds per ticketed customer as checked baggage. Windsurfing equipment is not a part of the free baggage allowance. Windsurfing equipment is subject to a $160.00 service charge (each way) per item. This charge is in addition to any excess baggage charges that may apply. An item of windsurfing equipment consists of:

• 1 windsurfing board not to exceed 115 inches in length
• 1 boom
• 1 mast
• 1 sail
• necessary hardware.

Windsurfing equipment must be padded and enclosed in a suitable package sufficient to protect from scratches or dents or other damage during normal handling. Continental Airlines shall not be liable for damage to windsurfing equipment.

Windsurfing equipment will not be accepted as checked baggage on any itinerary involving a Continental Express* or Continental Connection flight.

Note: Wind Surfers will not be accepted during an excess baggage embargo.

* Operated by ExpressJet Airlines, Inc. and Chautauqua Airlines, Inc..