Because of the recent terror-related events in Britain, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is immediately implementing the following changes to airport screening procedures:
NO LIQUIDS OR GELS OF ANY KIND WILL BE PERMITTED IN CARRY-ON BAGGAGE. ITEMS MUST BE IN CHECKED BAGGAGE. This includes all beverages, shampoo, suntan lotion, creams, tooth paste, hair gel, and other items of similar consistency.
Exception:
- Baby formula and breast milk if a baby or small child is traveling; prescription medicine with a name that matches the passenger’s ticket; and insulin and essential other non-prescription medicines
- Beverages purchased in the sterile area must be consumed before boarding because they will not be permitted onboard the aircraft.
- Passengers traveling from the U.K. to the U.S. will be subject to a more extensive screening process.
TSA officials urge the traveling public to assist screening agents in carrying out their important security duties by:
- Packing lightly, without clutter to facilitate easier screening.
- Check with your air carrier well before your flight departs for information on when you shoudl arrive at the airport.
- Cooperating with TSA personnel at all checkpoints and gates because TSA Security Officers will be checking carry-on baggage at the gate.
- Being attentive and vigilant to any suspicious activity.
Related resources:
Air Travel FAQs (TSA)
Threat Level Change for the Aviation Sector (TSA)
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