
Air Canada to offer more carry-on space next year, but keep basic fare rule
Global News
The extra space will not bring about any breaks for consumers on the new charges the airline has rolled out on many flights for carry-on bags over recent months.
Air Canada says some of its planes will soon have more room for carry-on luggage as the airline is set to increase overhead storage space on some planes.
But that extra space will not bring about any breaks on the restrictions the airline has rolled out on many flights for carry-on bags over recent months.
Air Canada announced in a statement Tuesday that starting next year, it will become the first airline to receive the new A220 Airbus Airspace cabin, featuring extra-large bins.
“The first aircraft to receive the new bins are scheduled to be delivered early in 2026,” Air Canada said.
According to the national carrier, the new overhead bins will increase the in-cabin luggage capacity by more than 15 per cent.
“The introduction of larger overhead bins on future A220s means more space for your belongings, quicker boarding, and an even better experience on board,” John Moody, managing director of onboard product at Air Canada, said in a statement.
Global News asked the airline if the extra space would allow economy basic fare customers to bring in their carry-on baggage free of charge, reversing a policy that was introduced in January.
“Our baggage policy remains unchanged, aligned with that of other major Canadian carriers,” Air Canada responded in an emailed statement.