What are the current regulations regarding liquids in carry-on luggage?
A. In August, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) banned travelers from carrying liquids onto planes due to security threats. Since then, TSA has slightly eased these rules. Now small amounts of liquids can be taken aboard. However, bottles containing liquids must be three ounces or less and carried in one quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag. This criteria also applies to food items, such as jams, salsas, and syrups. Each passenger is only allowed one bag of liquids, and each bag will be screened individually. Exceptions will be made for certain items that need to come in larger quantities, such as baby formula and prescription medicine. For additional information, visit TSA’s website at http://www.tsa.gov. Q. What can I expect during the security screening process? A. The standard security screening process begins with a check of each passenger’s boarding pass and government issued ID. Each passenger is then required to put all shoes, coats, and carry-on bags through
