Non-motorised, mountain or racing bicycles and tandems may be accepted as checked baggage for transport in the hold.

Conditions for Transportation:

• They must be packed with the handlebars on their sides and the pedals must be removed;
• Alternatively, the equipment has to be wrapped in cellophane or similar and packed in a cardboard box;
• It is recommended that the handlebars are turned 90 degrees and held securely in this position;
• The maximum weight allowed is 32 kg / 70 lbs.
• If they exceed the maximum dimensions or weight limits as per the purchased fare, fees will be applied.
• Reservations should be made as soon as possible, preferably before check-in opening.

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Service fees:

The service will be collected in a non-refundable EMD-A:

• BIKE for Bike
• SPEQ-OTSE. for Tandem

Each passenger can transport their golf bag to carry all the equipment. This includes 1 pair of golf shoes.

Conditions for Transportation:

• Free of charge if within the fare baggage allowance
• The maximum weight will be 32 kg / 70 lbs
• Additional fees apply if the equipment weight exceeds the baggage allowance permitted on the ticket.
• Regardless of their actual dimensions, will be considered as 1 piece of 158cm.

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**Only request the SR GOLF if the golf baggage is taken outside the free baggage allowance.

One set of scuba diving equipment is defined as:

• One empty scuba tank,
• one scuba regulator,
• one tank harness,
• one tank pressure gauge,
• one mask,
• two fins,
• one snorkel,
• one knife,
• one spear gun
• and one safety vest.

Conditions for Transportation:

• Accepted as checked baggage only.
• Regardless of the actual dimensions scuba diving equipment will be considered as a single piece of baggage with outside linear dims of 158cm/62 inches.
• The maximum weight will be 32 kg / 70 lbs;
• In order to be checked as baggage for transport in the hold, the scuba gear must be properly packed so that it can be transported safely and resist the normal pressure of the cargo compartment.
• If equipment contains underwater torches check the chapter “Restricted Articles – Regulation for Dangerous Goods” for safety rules that must be followed.

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On TAP flights skiing equipment (snow or water) is treated equally. Please note that in your travel bag the following items are permitted:

• 1 pair of skis or 1 snowboard or 1 pair of standard or slalom water skis,
• 1 pair of ski poles,
• 1 pair of boots.

Conditions for Transportation:

• Accepted as checked baggage only.
• The maximum weight will be 32 kg / 70 lbs

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TAP accepts: 

• LONGBOARD - Boards over 200cm tall (SSR LONG)
• Surf Equipment (boards up to 200 cm tall) (SSR SURF)

Conditions for Transportation:

• Kitesurf and windsurf equipment, as well as surfboards, must be properly packed in appropriate bags and it is mandatory to inform the measures and weight when booking space, in order to guarantee they will fit through the aircraft cargo door.
• Passengers are requested to fill out the relevant Declaration of Transport. In the absence of this document, or if the equipment is not properly packed, acceptance will follow the carrier's rules and procedures, which may include the usage of Limited Release baggage tags or even refusal to transport.
• If exceeding the size or weight limits, a fee will be charged. The maximum weight will always be 32Kg.

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Curling equipment, fishing rods⁽¹⁾, pole vaults and other equipment can be transported onboard TAP flights. 

⁽¹⁾includes 1 fishing tackle box, 1 fishnet, 2  fishing rods (all suitably packaged) and 1 reel. 

Conditions for Transportation:

• Accepted as checked baggage only.
• The maximum weight will be 32 kg / 70 lbs
• The equipment must be transported in an appropriate travelling bag, to ensure it will arrive at its destination in fit condition.
• Transport of sports equipment will be subject to confirmation depending on the equipment size and/or operating aircraft. Therefore, it's recommended to book space at least 48 hours before departure.
• Should any of the equipment contain batteries please check the “Prohibited and/or restricted goods” page.

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