Category "airport-security"

Rules Concerning Electronics Onboard US-Bound Direct Flights

I am going to be traveling from Milan (MXP) to New York (JFK) in the summer. However, my flight is with Emirates, and Milan is actually a stopover with the plan

Transfer from JFK Terminal 2 to Terminal 4

I have family who does not speak English. They are changing planes in JFK Airport and will most likely be transferring from Terminal 2 (Delta) to Terminal 4 (C

What rules govern forced removal from flights (due to overbooking)?

I was recently surprised to see a man roughly and forcibly physically removed from an overbooked flight by three police officers because his flight was overbook

Can airlines open your checked-in luggage without telling you?

Because of the specific way I close the zippers, many times I noticed that when I received my checked-in luggage, it was opened and carelessly closed at some po

Do I need to go through security at Newark airport after flying in from NC before boarding international flight to Ireland?

I will be flying from Asheville, NC to Newark with a 2 1/2 hours layover before boarding United airlines to Dublin, Ireland. Will I need to go through securi

What if I don't mention I have liquids in my carry-on?

On my recent flight from Riga to Amsterdam, I had a 125ml toothpaste tube in my carry-on. That's 25ml over the limit, but the security person let it pass and ju

Using a different terminal (post security area) at JFK

We have a fairly long connection coming up at JFK, and we thought we'd like to have a leisurely meal at the airport. However, we depart from T7, and I'm told th

Can I bring refreshing towels with alcohol with me for Canada flight?

I will be travelling to Canada this summer. I use refreshing towels from time to time. They are very good for cleaning dirt and oil from my hands. I searched fo

Aircraft Travel: Valid IDs [closed]

In the US, a valid ID is required at security checkpoints. Some US drivers licenses do not meet requirements. Fortunately, mine does. That

Wearing neoprene suit in airplane?

Do airlines generally prohibit wearing a neoprene suit underneath one's regular clothes? It could be useful in the event of a plane crash in the middle of the

Must laptops be in checked luggage flying Istanbul to USA through Toronto?

Wen traveling through Istanbul to the USA, laptops must be put into checked baggage. If my first stop on the North American continent is Toronto, is this still

How much electronics and other valuables can I bring duty-free when going to India?

I am planning to travel to India (COK airport, Kerala) from United States. I want to take my laptop as well as my tablet (iPad). Am I allowed to take both in my

Can I have a 28cm pot in hand luggage?

I couldn't find something via my internet search. Is it allowed through security? Flying from Athens to a Greek island. Example of my pot:

When/where should I tell TSA that I have gunpowder residue on my hands?

I visit the gun range on a regular basis. If I have a flight the next day, when/where should I tell TSA officers that I have been shooting at a gun range and th

Do airport metal scanners occasionally flash a false alarm on purpose?

I've noticed that occasionally when passing through the metal scanners I am getting flagged despite not having a single metal thing on me. This usually results

I will be traveling to Hawaii soon. I'm 18 years old and only have my school ID

I will be going to Honolulu, Hawaii from Texas soon. I don't have an identification except for my school ID, but I'm 18 years old. Will I be allowed through sec

What are the rules about laptops and the United States?

Early in June I'll be travelling to the US.. I've heard various bits of news about the rules for taking laptops to the US. That they won't be allowed in hand b

Can I carry spices on a US domestic flight?

I will be traveling to Portland from Florida next week. I want to take a jar or two of mixed, powdered spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves. I will be travel

Galaxy Note 4 travel restrictions

I have a Galaxy Note 4. I know that the Note 7 is restricted. Has anyone had trouble getting other phones aboard a plane recently? Just want to know if I s

Does a federal security clearance allow you to bypass airport security?

Since the implementation of TSA security checks, boarding an plane in the U.S. has become a major hassle and time-sink. It's not uncommon to wait in line for ov