Blue Panorama Airlines, an Italian carrier, ceased operations in October 2021 and was liquidated in late 2022, so no current baggage policy exists as the airline no longer operates flights. The following is a summary of their baggage policy as it was before suspension, based on information from web sources, for historical reference only.
Carry-On Baggage (Free, Historical):
- Personal Item: Passengers were allowed one personal item (e.g., briefcase, laptop bag, small backpack) free, with maximum dimensions of 33 x 25 x 20 cm (13 x 10 x 8 inches), to fit under the seat. Additional items like a coat, camera, reading material, or crutches were also permitted free.
- Standard Carry-On:
- One carry-on bag was allowed, maximum dimensions 55 x 40 x 20 cm (21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 inches, sum ≤ 115 cm), including handles and wheels.
- Notes: Carry-ons were checked with a sizer at the airport. Liquids followed the 3-1-1 rule (100 ml/3.4 oz in a 1-liter clear bag). Tripadvisor posts noted strict enforcement, with some passengers forced to check compliant carry-ons due to inaccurate website info, risking loss of valuables.
Checked Baggage (Historical):
Size and Weight Limits: Maximum size per bag was 160 cm (63 inches, length + width + height). Maximum weight was 20–30 kg (44–66 lbs), depending on route and fare:
- Domestic Flights (Italy, except Lampedusa/Pantelleria): 20 kg (44 lbs) for GDS fares (IATA tickets via travel agencies); no free allowance for Blu-express low-cost fares.
- International Flights (Europe, Sal, Cape Verde): No free allowance for most fares; 20 kg for GDS fares.
- Intercontinental Flights: 1 bag up to 23 kg (50 lbs) free in Economy; 2 bags up to 23 kg each in Blue Class (premium). Cuban citizens on Cuba–Italy routes could carry up to 32 kg (70 lbs) per bag.
Fees for Checked Baggage:
- Domestic Flights: €10 (online) or €20 (airport) for 20 kg; €20 (online) or €40 (airport) for Lampedusa/Pantelleria.
- Intercontinental Flights: Second bag (up to 46 kg total) cost €75 (online) or €150 (airport); third bag (up to 69 kg total) cost €150 (online) or €300 (airport).
Excess Baggage Fees:
- Extra bags (3+): €85–€95 per bag.
- Overweight (>50 lbs/23 kg): €18 per kg for domestic/Europe; additional fees for intercontinental routes.
- Oversized (>62 inches/160 cm): Charged in addition to standard/excess fees.
Special Items (Historical):
- Sports Equipment: Counted as standard checked bags if within 160 cm/23 kg; otherwise, charged as oversized/overweight (€18/kg or €85–€95 per item).
- Musical Instruments: Small instruments (≤115 cm) could replace carry-on. Larger instruments (e.g., cello, ≤52 x 40 x 135 cm) required an extra seat purchase; double basses were not allowed in the cabin.
- Pets: Cats, dogs, and ferrets (domestic Italy only) allowed in-cabin (≤10 kg including carrier, ≤115 cm) for €125 (domestic/Europe) or €200 (intercontinental). Counted as carry-on.
- Mobility Aids: Collapsible wheelchairs, crutches, and prostheses were free and didn’t count toward limits.
- Prohibited Items: Explosives, flammable liquids, and certain batteries were banned. Valuables in checked bags were at passenger’s risk.
