Following these tips will help you reduce your wait time at the security checkpoint, or visit TSA for up to date screening restrictions.

Before the Airport

• Do NOT pack or bring prohibited items to the airport.
  Visit www.TSATravelTips.us for a complete list.
• Leave gifts unwrapped.
  They may be opened for inspection.
• Avoid wearing clothing, jewelry, and accessories that contain metal.
  Metal items may set off the alarm on the metal detector.
• Put all undeveloped film and cameras with film in your carry-on baggage.
  Checked baggage screening equipment will damage undeveloped film.
• Carry-on baggage is limited to one carry-on bag plus one personal item.
  Personal items include laptops, purses, small backpacks, briefcases, or camera cases. Remember, 1+1.
• Place identification tags in and on all of your baggage.
  Don’t forget your laptop computer.

Make Your Trip Better Using 3-1-1

• 3-1-1 for carry-ons = 3 ounce bottle or less (by volume) ; 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per passenger placed in screening bin. One-quart bag per person limits the total liquid volume each traveler can bring. 3 oz. container size is a security measure.
• Consolidate bottles into one bag and X-ray separately to speed screening.
• Be prepared. Each time TSA searches a carry-on it slows down the line. Practicing 3-1-1 will ensure a faster and easier checkpoint experience.
• 3-1-1 is for short trips. If in doubt, put your liquids in checked luggage.
• Declare larger liquids. Medications, baby formula and food, and breast milk are allowed in reasonable quantities exceeding three ounces and are not required to be in the zip-top bag. Declare these items for inspection at the checkpoint.
• Come early and be patient. Heavy travel volumes and the enhanced security process may mean longer lines at security checkpoints.
• TSA working with our partners. TSA works with airlines and airports to anticipate peak traffic and be ready for the traveling public.

At the Airport - Before you get in line...

• Do NOT bring food to the security checkpoint unless it is wrapped or in a container. Unpeeled natural foods like fruit are okay.
• Put metal IN your carry-on bag. This includes jewelry, loose change, keys, mobile phones, pagers, and personal data assistants (PDAs).
• Take OUT your laptop computer. Place it in a bin, separate from its carrying case.
• Take OFF your outer coat. Place it in a bin. Suit jackets and blazers do not have to be removed, unless requested by the screener.