Security Update: US and UK


by Jay Ellenby - Date: 2007-06-12 - Word Count: 252 Share This!

As a result of the latest changes in airport security, listed below is an update on U.S. and U.K. airport procedures. Click here to view an easy to use chart detailing the many changes. Safe Harbors will continue to keep you current with all changes and will contact you directly (as we did last Thursday) if your immediate travel plans should be affected.

United States Airport Security Procedures (August 14, 2006)

U.S. Threat Level: The threat level was lowered from red or "severe" to orange or "high" for in-bound flights from the U.K. The threat level remains at ORANGE for all domestic and international flights operating in or out of the US.

U.S Security Procedures - Update
On August 14, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) revised its airport security procedures for travelers in the U.S. The bolded items are TSA's most recent changes.

Pack all liquid-based substances, such as hair gel, lotion, shampoo, cream, non-prescription liquids (e.g. contact lens solution, eye drops, etc.), aerosols and toothpaste in your checked baggage. (Solid lipstick permitted)

Finish all liquid refreshments (e.g. water, soda, etc.) before proceeding to security. If the refreshment is purchased after the initial security screening, it must be finished, or left behind, prior to boarding the plane.

Acceptable liquids include: baby formula, breast milk, or juice if a baby or small child is traveling; prescription medicine with a name that matches the passenger's ticket; insulin and low blood sugar treatments including glucose gel; up-to 4 oz. of non-prescription medicine.

Mandatory shoe removal and screening required for all passengers.


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