| Originally Posted by braillediver "another terrorist airplane attack (allegedly)" You have to take the threat seriously- what are the alternatives? Hopefully all the conspirators were arrested. The Tower of London- Didn’t they have ways of persuading people in there? Ah the old days. Mitch |
| Originally Posted by ak622 I just heard this on teh radio too and might have been the next "9/11".. Thank goodness they were caught or this would have been a horrific event. I also heard that airport security going to UK and the US have tightened to the point that a passenger can't bring on liquids other than juice or baby formula (and baby has to be present). Also prescription drug labels must match the same name. It sounds like a major PITA but going through all of that for peace of mind is worth it... |
| Originally Posted by wakeride74 ... My question is what about after security? There are usually a dozen places that sell bottled water, coffee, McDonalds, etc. after the security check. What's to stop someone from getting a bottled water and placing it in their bag after the security check? ... |
| Originally Posted by wakeride74 I was listening to this report on the radio this morning and I understand they are checking carry-ons for any liquids which will no longer be allowed (with the exception of baby formula and prescription cough medicine). My question is what about after security? There are usually a dozen places that sell bottled water, coffee, McDonalds, etc. after the security check. What's to stop someone from getting a bottled water and placing it in their bag after the security check? This may not be a way to the terrorists to use the same plan but seems a little goofy all the same. Let's hope there are no other cells with plans for today as a result of this failed attempt! God be with you! |
| Originally Posted by marvin They don't sell liquid explosives behind the security checks do they?
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| Originally Posted by StevieDvd Here we go again another terrorist airplane attack (allegedly) just hope it's not the start of a concerted campaign UK airport news. Now try taking your cmoy on a plane! Keeping my fingers crossed that nothing actually happens and no-one gets hurt or killed. Steve |
| Travel Recommendations for Flights Originating in the United States *Arrive at the airport at least two hours prior to departure for domestic flights and 3.5 hours for international flights *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, sun tan lotion, creams, tooth paste, perfume, hair gel, and other items of similar consistency. Exception: Baby formula and medicines must be presented for inspection at the checkpoint. *Beverages purchased in the boarding area (beyond the checkpoint) must be consumed before boarding because they will not be permitted on board the aircraft. *Passengers traveling from the U.K. to the U.S. will be subject to a more extensive screening process at the boarding gate. *International passengers be aware that although you may carry laptops, etc. from the United States to the UK, all carry-on luggage is prohibited on flights originating in the UK *Cooperate with security officials and be prepared for security screening *Pack lightly - use clear plastic bags to facilitate faster screening. Review the list of TSA banned items http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...rial_1012.shtm http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtrav...rial_1012.shtm when packing. Additional Check-in Requirements for Flights Originating in the United Kingdom All cabin baggage must be processed as checked baggage and carried in the hold of passenger aircraft departing UK airports. Passengers may take through the airport security search point, in a single (ideally transparent) plastic carrier bag, only the following items: *Pocket size wallets and pocket size purses plus contents (for example money, credit cards, identity cards etc (not handbags)); *Travel documents essential for the journey (for example passports and travel tickets); *Prescription medicines and medical items sufficient and essential for the flight (eg, diabetic kit), except in liquid form unless verified as authentic. *Spectacles and sunglasses, without cases. *Contact lens holders, without bottles of solution. *For those traveling with an infant: baby food, milk (the contents of each bottle must be tasted by the accompanying passenger) and sanitary items sufficient and essential for the flight (nappies, wipes, creams and nappy disposal bags) *Female sanitary items sufficient and essential for the flight, if unboxed *Tissues (unboxed) and/or handkerchiefs *Keys (but no electrical key fobs) All passengers must be hand searched, and their footwear and all the items they are carrying must be x-ray screened. Pushchairs and walking aids must be x-ray screened, and only airport-provided wheelchairs may pass through the screening point. In addition to the above, all passengers boarding flights to the USA and all the items they are carrying, including those acquired after the central screening point, must be subjected to secondary search at the boarding gate. Any liquids discovered must be removed from the passenger. There are no changes to current checked baggage security measures. |
