Have you ever been in the security line at the airport behind someone that is frantically unpacking their luggage trying to find and pull out all their liquid items at the last minute. Well, yesterday, I was at the airport and saw this happen right in front of me. Not only was the person in front of me searching frantically to remove their liquids from their luggage, but they also ended up with the majority of the contents of their bag on the floor of the airport. To help you all avoid this situation, I thought I would share some helpful packing tips from the Transportation Security Administration:
Use the 3-1-1 method for carry-ons = 3 ounce bottle or less (by volume) ; 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 measure.
Consolidate bottles into one bag and X-ray separately to speed screening.
Be prepared. Each time TSA searches a carry-on it slows down the line. Practicing 3-1-1 will ensure a faster and easier checkpoint experience.
3-1-1 is for short trips. If in doubt, put your liquids in checked luggage.
Declare larger liquids. Medications, baby formula and food, and breast milk are allowed in reasonable quantities exceeding three ounces and are not required to be in the zip-top bag. Declare these items for inspection at the checkpoint.
Come early and be patient. Heavy travel volumes and the enhanced security process may mean longer lines at security checkpoints.
TSA working with our partners. TSA works with airlines and airports to anticipate peak traffic and be ready for the traveling public.
(information taken directly from the TSA 3-1-1 site)
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