TSA Announces Partial Lift of Recent Liquids Ban

By Thomas Hall

Published on October 03, 2006

The Transportation Security Administration is now allowing travelers to carry travel-size toiletries that can comfortably fit in a one quart-size, clear plastic zip-top bag. Passengers can also bring items purchased in the secure boarding area, including beverages, onto the aircraft. The ban on liquids, aerosols, and gels was initially placed on Aug. 10 after British officials uncovered an alleged terrorist plot to blow up U.S.-bound flights using liquid explosives.

The TSA says enough has been learned from the investigation thus far that the organization feels confident in allowing small, travel-size liquids in limited numbers through security checkpoints.

Additional security measures, both visible and not visible to the traveling public, are also being employed throughout airports across the nation. These new measures include more rigorous identity verification standards, additional canine patrols, and more security officers trained in bomb appraisal.

Existing exemptions such as larger amounts of required medications, diabetic glucose treatments, and baby formula are still allowed; however, they must be declared to security officers at the security checkpoints.

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