While the entire airline industry is implementing fees for checked bags, Air Jamaica still allows passengers to check up to two bags in Economy and up to 3 bags in Lovebird Executive class at no charge.  However, the airline has made some changes to its baggage policy, which will take effect July 1, 2008.   

The changes are:

• The baggage allowance for Lovebird Executive Class will now be three pieces at a maximum weight of 50lbs each.
• Checked bags weighing 51-70lbs will incur a charge of US$75 per piece.
• Sporting equipment will no longer be considered as standard checked baggage and baggage fees will apply
• No excess bags will be accepted from July 1 to August 31 as follows:
  • Flights from Toronto to Jamaica
  • Flights between New York/JFK and Barbados/Grenada
  • Flights between New York/JFK and Jamaica

Travellers flying Economy Class may still check up to two bags, with a maximum weight of 50lbs. each, at no extra charge.  Each traveller is permitted one carry-on piece of baggage, which must fit underneath the passenger seat or in the overhead compartment.