Latest TSA Security Directives

3-1–1 for Carry-ons

Air travelers may now carry liquids, gels and aerosols in their carry-on bag when going through security checkpoints.


With certain exceptions for prescription and over-the-counter medicines, baby formula and breast milk, and other essential liquids, gels, and aerosols, the following rules apply to all liquids, gels, and aerosols you want to carry through a security checkpoint.



3–1–1 for carry-ons

  • 3 ounce bottle or less
  • 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag
  • 1 bag per passenger placed in screening bin.

One-quart bag per person limits the total liquid volume each traveler can bring. 3 oz. container size is a security measur

Come early and be patient. Heavy travel volumes and the enhanced security process may mean longer lines at security checkpoints.


Updates to the TSA Security Requirements(effective November 10, 2006):

Latest security bans according to the TSA Security Directives

Summary of Security Directive Changes for Flights departing from and within the U.S.



  • Effective November 10, 2006, the TSA has advised that travelers may now carry through security checkpoints travel-size toiletries (3.4 ounces/100 ml or less) that fit comfortably in ONE, QUART-SIZE, clear plastic re-sealable bag. At the security checkpoint passengers will be asked to remove the clear plastic re-sealable bag from their accessible baggage and place it in a separate bin or on the conveyor belt for screening. X-raying these items separately will allow TSA security officers to more easily examine the declared items. In addition, prescription liquid, gel and aerosol medications, baby formula/milk/food, and diabetic glucose treatments must be declared at the checkpoint for additional screening if they are not included in the ONE QUART clear plastic re-sealable bag.



  • Passengers who attempt to bring undeclared liquids, gels, or aerosols into the sterile area without providing to the TSA for separate screening may be subjected to secondary screening.


  • Passengers who purchase liquids, gels, and/or aerosols in the sterile area are now allowed to take them onboard the aircraft.




  • Duty Free liquids, gels, and/or aerosols purchased inside the sterile area may be brought onboard the aircraft by passengers, and no longer must be delivered to the aircraft.

Summary of Security Directive Changes for Flights departing from non-U.S. (except the UK)

  • Effective November 10, 2006, the TSA has advised that travelers may now carry through security checkpoints travel-size toiletries (3.4 ounces/100 ml or less) that fit comfortably in ONE, QUART-SIZE, clear plastic re-sealable bag. At the security checkpoint passengers will be asked to remove the clear plastic re-sealable bag from their accessible baggage and place it in a separate bin or on the conveyor belt for screening. X-raying these items separately will allow TSA security officers to more easily examine the declared items. In addition, prescription liquid, gel and aerosol medications, baby formula/milk/food, and diabetic glucose treatments must be declared at the checkpoint for additional screening if they are not included in the ONE QUART clear plastic re-sealable bag.




  • Passengers who attempt to bring undeclared liquids, gels, or aerosols into the sterile area without providing to the TSA for separate screening may be subjected to secondary screening.




  • Passengers who purchase liquids, gels, and/or aerosols (including Duty Free items) in the sterile area are now allowed to take them onboard the aircraft if:

    • Liquids, gels, and/or aerosols are not carried into the sterile area through the screening checkpoint AND
    • Passengers do not mingle with other passengers who have not been screened to enter the sterile area.
    • If both of the aforementioned points cannot be ensured, liquid, gel or aerosol Duty Free items must be delivered to the passenger onboard the aircraft or as he/she boards the aircraft.



The airline is suggesting that all customers consider checking all of their luggage, in an effort to minimize delays at airport security checkpoints.

Comments

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I am bringing 2 bottles of brandy, from different country bought from the store with label. Can I put them inside the baggage? Is there a limit how much liquor you can bring from foreign country?

I”m traveling from And to JFK with my collection of swords and daggers. Is there any TSA restrictions or rules regarding packaging, size, etc.?

Might I know if hand Sanitizer (with 70% alcohol) is allowed in hand carry items?
Any limit for the volume?

Can you carry candles in your hand luggage, leaving JFK airport this week.

I Lost A Samsung Galaxy J5 In The JFK Airport, Possibly Could Have Been Left At The Bar. If Someone Could Get Me Some Information That Would Be Great. If Found Please Email Me At seanflynn8@gmail.com

i flew from jfk to jeddah in Saudia airline i checked my bags when i arrived home i have noticed that 2 of my hand bags the most expensive one are gone!!! somebody stolen them please try to find a solution for that .. can you help .. and one of my bags was a gift from my kids in mothers day ...i am sure you can do something about it... i have a claim number.......
plsssssssssssss help me to find my things

Dear Sirs or Madams,

Please let me know if you found my white Samsung s4 mini, the screen a bit broken.

My bag was taken to a separate table for bag check, then to another table and I lost my phone in the process.

Thanks so much!

Marina K.

My husband left an envelope with $100.00 bills at the TSA security checkpoint at 2:45 p.m. today Sun July 13, 2014.
Can you please call us at 408-578-6790 or email us if you found it?

Please help us. My husband lost his Galaxy S3 Cell phone in Terminal 2 yesterday at your airport. He missed one flight, cancelled for flight 2, and then routed to LaQuardia for flight home. No doubt he was pretty frazzeled by the whole incident and on top of all that phone missing to call for help. I can be reached at 708-829-5603. Thanks so much for your consideration of this matter.

I am travelling to Ireland next month, leaving from JFK. Do I need to bring my prescription bottles, or can I simply pack the pills into my carry on luggage?

May I know some information. Our company is based in Russia. Our company takes part in exhibition in Tulare.We have change of plane in JFK. We will have exhibition samples with us (Organic liquid fertilizer). Do we need any documents to pass security control?

I just want you and all your customers to know that there are thieves in JFK among those who have access to luggage. I checked my luggage in between 9:30am and 10:00am on December 16, in terminal 4, flight HY102. It was wrapped in plastic, and when I got it back, it was unwrapped, searched, and the most valuable things were missing (new Chanel perfume, Coach handbag, and so on). I am sure that was done in JFK, and not in the airport of arrival.they had two hours of time, between 10:00am and 12:30 am. I haven't officially claimed the incident because it was too much of a pain and bureaucracy, and I did not hope that my things can be found. Just be aware that happens in JFK a lot.

e-cigs :

Flying from JFK to Southampton - will there be any problem taking e-cigs and boxes of the cartridges for them through security and customs?

I will be traveling with my 21 month old son. Will I be allowed to carry packed small yogurt cups and few single serve aseptic milk boxes in my hand luggage for my baby? Please reply at your earliest as this help me plan.

Hi there,

I have a question. My airline company and the ticket agent mistook my first name and last name by reversing it. But the passport number is right. Could I go through the security with such a boarding pass?
My flight is leaving on Wednesday,8/29. So would you please give me a reply as soon as possible?
Thank you so much!!

Yian Li

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