In the House, there was little suspense. Republicans currently enjoy a 234 to 201 majority and appeared headed to pick up another dozen or so seats. The president's low job approval rating has cast a shadow over the competitive landscape, said Nathan Gonzales of the Rothenberg Political Report.
The overall limit is 10 bags per passenger. American Airlines determines its allowable sizes by adding up the total outside dimensions -- length, width and height -- of each bag. Checked bags can't exceed 62 inches, and can't weigh more than 50 pounds.
Most flights that originate from outside the US have a weight limit for total checked baggage-a miserly 20kg/44lbs if you're traveling in coach class, 30kg/66lbs for business class and 40kg/88lbs for first class.hecked Luggage Allowances. Airlines have substantially tightened up on their checked luggage policies. Most airlines now charge extra for suitcases weighing more than 50lbs, whereas until a few years back they'd carry suitcases weighing up to 70 lbs with no surcharge.