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How many people can an airplane carry? Depends on the aircraft. Some planes such as the 787 and 320 can carry up too 250 passengers, While an Embraer 145 can only hold about 25-45.
Most airlines allow you to bring one personal item such as a briefcase or purse and one larger carry-on bag -- most airlines have a maximum size of 9 by 14 by 22 inches -- though you may also opt to check luggage.ou're allowed to bring food on the plane, but because you cannot bring large bottles of liquid, you'll have to buy drinks after you go through security.