IATA: End of the liquid limit in hand luggage in sight
Published: Tuesday, Dec 10th 2024, 14:40
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The limit on liquids in hand luggage on airplanes could soon be lifted. This is the assumption of Willie Walsh, head of the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Most airlines only allow liquids in 100-milliliter containers and only one liter per person in total. This must be packed in a transparent plastic bag and usually presented separately at the security checkpoint.
The rules have been in place since 2006 and are intended to prevent criminals or terrorists from smuggling explosives on board. They are based on a recommendation by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The rules were issued by governments, which could also change them.
Scanner machines are now sophisticated enough to detect dangerous material, said Walsh in Geneva. He saw signs that the liquid restriction would be lifted "in due course", he said. However, he could not give a date.
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