Luggage. Each airline has its own weight restrictions. The standard weight for checked bags is usually 50 pounds. Weight limits for carry-on bags typically range from 15 to 70 pounds.For example, the carry-on weight limit for bags on U.S. Airways is 40 pounds and 11 pounds for Air France, according to Luggage Pros.he standard weight for checked bags is usually 50 pounds. Weight limits for carry-on bags typically range from 15 to 70 pounds. For example, the carry-on weight limit for bags on U.S. Airways is 40 pounds and 11 pounds for Air France, according to Luggage Pros.