Passengers will be able to carry lotions and gels onto airliners again after a six-week ban — but only in tiny containers of 3 ounces or less and only if they’re in clear zip-top plastic bags. Starting today, air travelers also will be able to buy drinks or other liquids or gels at shops inside airport security checkpoints and carry them onto the airplane under partially relaxed anti-terror rules.
The government is partially lifting its ban against carrying liquids and gels onto airliners, but there are still restrictions that travelers need to be aware of.
Larger bottles such as shampoo must still be put in checked baggage. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Passengers will be able to carry lotions and gels onto airliners again after a six-week ban -- but only in tiny containers of 3 ounces or less and only if they're in clear zip-top plastic bags.
Passengers will be able to carry lotions and gels onto airliners again after a six-week ban — but only in tiny containers of 3 ounces or less and only if they're in clear zip-top plastic bags.
Air travelers who were flustered by flying without their hair gel, mouthwash or hand lotion got a little relief Monday from federal air safety officials -- 3 ounces worth, to be exact. And passengers who brush their teeth or moisturize their lips or...
Drinks, gels can be purchased inside security checkpoints. WASHINGTON -- Passengers will be able to carry lotions and gels onto airliners again after a six-week ban -- but only in tiny containers of 3 ounces or less and only if they're in clear zip-top plastic bags.
Passengers will be able to carry lotions and gels onto airliners again after a six-week ban - but only in tiny containers of three ounces or less and only if the containers are in clear zip-top plastic bags.
Effective today, air passengers are again free to bring onboard travel-size toiletries -- those that are 3 ounces or smaller -- that can fit inside a single, quart-size, clear, zip-top bag. Also allowed are beverages and food purchased inside airport security checkpoints.