Airline Security/Safety
Aviation Consumer Protection: Airline Safety -- Air travel is so safe you'll probably never have to use any of the advice we're about to give you. But if you ever do need it, this information could save your life.
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Prepare for Takeoff: Access Requirements -- Boarding Pass and Photo ID Required To Get to Your Gate - At some airports, a boarding pass and ID are required to access sterile areas. TSA is consolidating passenger screening to the passenger security checkpoints in an on-going commitment to enhance security and improve customer service.
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Prepare for Takeoff: Pack Smart -- Carry-on baggage is a small piece of luggage you take onboard the airplane with you. You are allowed one carry-on in addition to one personal item such as a laptop computer, purse, small backpack, briefcase, or camera case.
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Prepare for Takeoff: Dress the Part -- Be aware that any metal detected at the checkpoint must be identified. If you set off the alarm, you will be required to undergo a secondary screening, including a hand-wanding and a pat-down inspection.
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Prepare for Takeoff: Security Process - Security Checkpoints -- You must pass through this checkpoint to access your departure gate. Security screeners will screen you and your carry-on baggage. You should find this screening process familiar, although enhanced security measures are in place.
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Prepare for Takeoff: Security Process - Checked Baggage -- As of January 1, 2003 TSA began screening 100% of checked baggage at all 429 commercial airports across the United States. You will encounter one of the processes described below at the airport. Please be aware that you will not be able to access your bags after they are screened no matter which process you encounter
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Prepare for Takeoff: Final Checklist -- Check with your airline or travel agent to determine how early to arrive at the airport. Recommended check-in times differ by airline and airport.
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Key Travel Tips -- Following these tips will help you reduce your wait time at the security checkpoint.
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Tips for Safe Air Travel with Children -- Proper use of an approved child restraint system (CRS) on an aircraft enhances child safety in the event of turbulence or an accident. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) strongly recommends that all children who fly, regardless of their age, use the appropriate restraint based on their size and weight.
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