American Airlines is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, and is one of the 17 major American airlines as defined by the US Department of Transportation. Since its 2013 merger with US Airways, it is largest airline in the world.
American Airlines flies to destinations around the world and is part of the One World airline alliance. Please see below for the maximum allowed carry on baggage size for American Airlines.
Updated April 2023
Headquarters Country: USA
Website: https://www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/baggage/carry-on-baggage.jsp
American Airlines carry on baggage allowances
Number of items allowed: 1 + personal item
Maximum allowed in imperial: (official)
- H x W x D = 22 x 14 x 9 in
- H x W x D (personal item) = 18 x 14 x 8 in
- Weight = not indicated
Maximum allowed in metric: (official)
- H x W x D = 56 x 36 x 23 cm
- H x W x D (personal item) = 45 x 35 x 20 cm
- Weight = not indicated
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