August 13, 2006
New security measures in the US and UK for airlines
Here's an article about what you need to know to fly in light of new US restrictions aimed at increasing airline security. The biggest news is that no liguids or gels of any kind are permitted (with milk for babies or insulin possible exceptions). In England security is even tighter.
Of course, these rules are quite new and enforcement may vary at different airports. Airlines are trying to hire more baggage handlers to cope with the increased number af bags being checked. Air travel seems to be holding steady. Passengers are unafraid it seems.
This interesting article quotes a number of travelers and gets their thoughts on what the new travel restrictions mean to them. A number of people mentioned bottled water and reading materials as the things they would miss most.
Posted by James Trotta at August 13, 2006 4:38 AM