The TSA makes a new reminder on what you cannot take in the safety of the airport
Do not take care of legal problems when traveling this summer.
If you are lucky, you have never had a problem making your way Airport safety . However, most of us have experienced the anxiety of lowering our bag due to a bottle of parasitic water or too large a shampoo. In these cases, an officer of the Transport Security Administration (TSA) generally asks you to throw the article, then allows you to go to your door. But although these small errors do not cause too agitation, the TSA has just put a new reminder on the errors that could cause you serious trouble. Read the rest for the agency's last warning.
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A prohibited element is ready to have a record year.
On July 20, TSA and Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) reminded the flight travelers with firearms.
In the Press release , the agency notes that so far this year, around 3,251 firearms have been intercepted at the security checkpoints - and 92% of the people collected were charged. During the same six -month period in 2022, 3,053 pistols were intercepted.
TSA quotes these figures as "disturbing" and according to Forbes , if this upward trend continues, May 2023 Break the record last year Of 6,542 firearms interceptions at American airports.
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In no case can you take a firearm through security.
The TSA urges travelers to find out about the flight with firearms, which can never be taken by a security checkpoint. Federal Director of Federal Security of Minnesota TSA Marty Robinson also noted that there are no "exemptions" of this policy, even if you have a hidden transport permit or if you are registered with the TSA precheck.
According to the press release, firearms must be transported in checkered luggage. They must be unloaded and "wrapped separately from ammunition in a rigid case locked and declared at the airline for the airline".
If you are surprised trying to take a firearm through safety, the penalties are steep. The ASD can fine up to you up to $ 14,950, revoke the IDF prechelle eligibility for five years, and even force you to undergo improved screening. In addition to this, passengers are also treated "in accordance with local firearms", which has additional consequences.
"It was concern to see our officers sent to an increasing number of incidents involving firearms at checkpoints - just a firearm is too much in terms of publication of the public," said the MSP airport police chief " Matt Christenson said. "If you are caught with a firearm at the checkpoint, you will be arrested and interviewed. You will also face at least a criminal accusation of offense - or a prison sentence, in some cases."
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This is not the first reminder this month.
Of course, firearms are far from the only prohibited element when you go through security, which is why TSA regularly releases these reminders.
On July 6, the agency issued another alert for summer travelers , emphasizing the importance of "knowing before leaving". In the press release, the TSA noted that prohibited elements are the most common problem that slows security - and no one wants to be This person.
"Planning in advance and packing properly can facilitate the TSA security screening process and facilitate the travel experience of a passenger at the airport". John Essig Said Federal Director of TSA Security at John F. Kennedy International Airport in the press release. "This is why it is important to know what can be packed in hand and / or verified luggage luggage before arriving at the airport."
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The TSA has listed other elements that will make you report.
Although firearms are one of the most preliminary objects that are reported, they are not the only dangerous things found in safety. According to ESSIG, the TSA officers also noticed that more knives have passed.
"If you have to travel with a knife, please pack it in your checkered bag," said EssiG in the press release, also noting that travelers also forget the liquids.
"It is important to remember that liquids, gels, aerosols and sandwiches are limited to 3.4 ounces in a light size bag in hand luggage," he added. "Finish this bottle of water, an energy drink or a cup of coffee before arriving at the checkpoint. Pack the largest shampoo, toothpaste, sunscreen and hair gel in a checkered bag."
You do not know if you can take something in your personal article or your hand luggage? TSA has a number of useful resources. Can travelers use what can I bring? tool on the TSA website; Search for free Mytsa application ; Tweet a question and mention @asktsa; or send questions by SMS to Asktsa (275-872) or Facebook Messenger .
