Airlines have reduced passenger baggage allowances and suspended the purchase of additional baggage weight due to ongoing jet fuel shortages, according to official announcements.

Myanmar National Airlines (MNA) and Myanmar Airways International (MAI) said on the morning of March 19 that the restrictions were introduced in response to limited fuel supplies currently affecting operations.

MAI stated that passengers on both international departures and domestic arrivals will no longer be allowed to purchase extra baggage allowances. The airline has also suspended additional baggage privileges for members of its Sky Smile loyalty program, including Ruby and Diamond tier passengers.

Previously, Ruby members were entitled to purchase an extra 10 kilograms for business class and 5 kilograms for economy class, while Diamond members could purchase an additional 20 kilograms for business class and 10 kilograms for economy class. These privileges have now been temporarily halted until further notice.

Similarly, MNA announced that passengers at its Bangkok and Singapore counters will be allowed to purchase a maximum of only 10 kilograms of additional baggage. Furthermore, members of the MNA Club frequent flyer program will no longer be eligible to buy extra baggage allowances.

The airlines noted that the restrictions will remain in effect until further announcements are made.

The global jet fuel shortage has been linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions, including the Iran–U.S./Israel conflict, which has disrupted fuel supply chains worldwide. As a result, some airlines in various countries have reportedly suspended operations temporarily.