Tips to make going through airport security easier

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Taken from http://www.tsa.gov/press/releases/2009/0702.shtm

TSA Travel Tips:


Be prepared for screening. Passengers should keep in mind a few simple steps to security.

• Show valid government-issued ID and boarding pass.
• Take out liquids (in a baggie) and laptops.
• Take off shoes and jackets.

When approaching the security checkpoint, passengers will be asked to present a boarding pass and government-issued identification – identity matters and TSA needs to validate passenger ID.

Removing footwear for X-ray screening is required. Wearing footwear that can be easily removed helps speed the process. Improvised explosive devices remain the primary threat to aircraft and terrorists have concealed items in shoes. X-raying shoes allows TSA to get a closer look. By requiring all passengers to remove shoes for X-ray screening, we increase security.

Remember the 3–1–1 for carrying liquids, gels and aerosols through the checkpoint. 3 ounce bottles or less for all liquids, gels and aerosols placed in a 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per passenger placed separately in a security bin for X-ray screening. This liquid restriction is in place because of the known risk of liquid explosives and applies only to carry-on bags. Larger quantities may be placed in checked baggage.