Air travel flights - Air travel rules and requirements constantly changing

 Whether you’re planning a faraway vacation or business trip, it’s a good idea to be aware of all the rules and regulations before heading to the airport. Arriving at the airport early enough and knowing the list of prohibited items could prevent an exciting feel from turning into a frustrating and possibly dangerous nightmare.

 Aviation security is a shared responsibility around the world and abuses are continually being implemented to make air travel safer. Just as airlines do what they can to stay one-step ahead of any violent plots, everyday citizens can also do their part to keep air travel safe and commodious.

 Binding to the rules and policies of airports and individual airlines will most expected make for smoother travels.

 Pat Corfman, manager of marketing and public relations for Flint Bishop International Airport said the greatest thing they are dealing with right now at the airport is building. The Sam Adams bar, complete with charging stations for calls and computers, is set to open this calendar week and a full-service grill and gift shop are regular to be open for business by Thanksgiving.

 
As security remains a top priority, Corfman said the buy at flyers are accustomed to all of the ongoing restrictions and demands. Oftentimes, the infrequent flyer is unfamiliar with the liquid restrictions and packs a large shampoo in their bag besides a small bottle.

 Corfman said there are to be no neglected vehicles parked in front of the entrance. She said nearby cell phone lots are uncommitted so that those picking up a traveler can wait there for free until they get the call that their beloved is ready to be picked up at the door.

Enhanced security

 According to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), riders traveling on flights to the U.S. from international destinations are sure to notice heightened, random security measures, including the increased use of explosives trace detection, canine teams, advanced imaging applied science (body scans), and behavior detection among other measures.

 Passengers who opt out of imaging technology screening, which some believe is too intrusive, will go through alternative screening, including same-gender pat downs.

Arrive early

 Because of the extra time asked to conduct enhanced security measures, passengers are advised to adjoin their airport to find out how early they should arrive. AirTran at Flint Bishop International Airport advocates travelers arrive at least 90 minutes early. Keep the number to the airline handy or curriculum it into one’s cell phone.

Prohibited food items

 Airport employees have seen it all when it bears on passengers wanting to carry food on to the plane. The TSA has a long list of banned carry-on food items. Rather than assuming, it’s OK to have that big-ticket bottle of perfume in a carry-on bag, check out the list (see sidebar) and see that this is one of those banned items.

Oversized electronics

 If oversized electronics (laptops, full-size picture game consoles, DVD players and video cameras that use cassettes) are in a carry-on bag be cognisant that the traveler will be required to remove these items from the bag and accede them separately for x-ray blocking out. Small electronics, such as iPods, can remain in the carry-on bag.

Liquids

 To simplify the come of liquids that can be in a carry-on bag, airlines refer to the amount as “3-1-1 for carry-ons.” This term adverts to 3.4 ounce (100ml) bottle or less (by volume); 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per rider placed in screening bin. Although some feel it is an inconvenience, it is also an bother for would-be terrorists who might be attempting to carry on a dangerous sum of explosive or damaging liquids, agreeing to the TSA.

 Medications, baby formula and food, and breast milk are allowed in fair quantities exceeding three ounces and are not required to be in the zip-top bag, all the same, they still need to be declared.

Metal detectors

 All travelers must authorize through metal detectors before boarding an aircraft. Transportation certificate officers have to identify any metal that is discovered at the checkpoint. If the metal detector alarms as the passenger walks done, the person will be required to experience additional screening. This includes a hand-wand and pat-down inspection.

Firearms

 Don’t attempt to carry on a firearm. Security officers are required to contact law enforcement immediately if one is discovered, regardless of the traveler’s excuse. On average, the TSA reports finding two guns per day.

 In addition to potentially missing the flight, passengers could have their gun confiscated and/or face criminal charges. A fine from TSA is also possible. Firearms meeting all airline requirements can be transported in checked bags.

Shaving razors

 For anyone who plans to take a razor with him or her on a flight, pack it in the checked luggage, rather than in the carry-on bag. Since the razor blades can so easily be removed from the old-fashioned razors, they are not allowed in carry-on bags, but the disposable razors are.

Number of carry-on bags

 Browsing Air-Tran’s website, travelers will learn they will be restricted to one carry-on item and one personal item.

Checked baggage

 The number of bags each traveler is allowed to check varies from one airline to the next. The TSA recommends the traveler contact the airline directly to find out sizes and quantity of allowed bags and how much of a fee will be charged for each.

Sharp objects

 Knives or sharp objects will not be allowed in carry-on baggage or past the security checkpoint. Any sharp items a traveler may need in their travels should be packed in their checked baggage. Customers dependent upon syringe-injected medications may carry on such items.

Identification

 The TSA encourages each adult traveler to keep his or her airline-boarding pass and government-issued photo identification available until exiting the security checkpoint (children are not required to show identification). If a traveler does not have identification (lost, stolen, etc.), he or she will be required to provide the officer with some information to help verify their identity. This will slow down the screening process and will result in additional screening.

Air travel issues to consider:

• Prohibited food items

• Oversized electronics

Travelers are required to remove their shoes before entering the walk-through metal detector at all U.S. airports and put them through the x-ray machine for inspection. This allows officers to see if the shoes have been tampered with in any way.

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