Since August 10, 2006, new precautions have been introduced in response to the air terror plot thwarted in Britain by safety officials. The following report provides more information.
Remember that personel airlines may have slightly separate regulations, and the restrictions on domestic and foreign flights may vary. The new rules in the Usa may not be followed by other countries. You will have to carry out some develop study - and to avoid surprises, err on the side of caution.
An updated list of prohibited items in carry-on luggage includes liquids, gels, and pastes, including:
- Toothpaste and mouthwash
- Shampoo, hair conditioner, styling gel
- Liquid makeup (that includes mascara, ladies)
- Hand creams or lotions
- Salves and ointments
- Perfume, cologne, after-shave lotion
- Liquid medications
- Large gel caps (such as Vitamin E)
- Yogurt, applesauce, pudding snacks
- Bottled water
- Soda, juice, sports drinks and other beverages
- Lip gloss
- Liquid hand sanitizer
- Hair gel
- Sun tan lotion
Add to the above list any type of stock that could be mixed with something else to form a new substance. Find alternatives, or take them out of your carry-on bag and pack them in your checked suitcases.
Some airports in certain countries may ask that passengers sample liquids before they are permitted to pass through security.
Electronic items that could be used to trigger an explosion *may* also be banned:
- Cell phones
- iPods
- Mp3 players
- Laptop computers
- Pdas
- Blackberrys
- Other similar devices
Items essential to care for young children (such as baby formula) *may* still be permitted. To avoid last-minute complications, study purchasing powdered recipe instead. Ask flight attendants to supply you with boiled water for mixing it. (Here is where breast-feeding moms have a clear advantage!) Although there are tablets ready for sanitizing water, they may not be suitable for children. Thoroughly check labels and directions before purchasing.
Prescription medications and insulin are permitted. However, make sure that you carry a current copy of your designate with you. The name on the designate Must match your tour documents. If possible, switch liquid medication for a tablet form if available.
Pepto-Bismol and other products have non-liquid versions. 'Pocket-pack' strips can be supplanted for mouthwash. Liquid hand sanitizer should be exchanged for pre-moistened packaged towelettes.
Snacks can still be healthy. Instead of yogurt, comprise an apple or orange. Reconsider carrying packages of raisins, breakfast bars, granola bars, and other similar products instead of pudding and applesauce snacks.
Airlines are requesting that passengers check in to the airport at least 2 hours before scheduled flight time. Some are even asking for a 3-hour window. Telephone ahead to settle if your flight is on schedule.
It is uncertain at this point either or not these restrictions will come to be permanent. Development of new sophisticated scanning technology could allow a return to more general tour at some point in the future.
Try government converyance websites for more detailed information:
- United States: tsa.gov
- Great Britain: dft.gov.uk
- Canada: tc.gc.ca
For other countries, try internet searches such as:
transport group Germany aviation security
Public transportation systems such as subway, rail, and mass transit facilities have introduced more stringent regulations as well.
Be alert - but don't come to be discouraged! With the heightened safety measures in place, it is probably safer than ever to travel.
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