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September 27, 2006

Carry On Rules Liberalized

This week, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) liberalized its airport security rules, which should make traveling in the United States much more convenient. However, you still have to be careful to avoid triggering time-consuming extra inspection, which happens when you attempt to carry on prohibited items.

Use this TSA link to find out exactly what you can now take and still cannot take through security. You’ll need to have pop up windows enabled to view this information.

Moreover, liquids, gels, and aerosols purchased after completing security screening at the checkpoint may now be carried aboard a plane. This includes purchases from duty-free shops as well as other vendors beyond the security checkpoint.