Airport
Security Checkpoints: What You Need to Know
In recent years, as
well as recent months, air travel rules have changed. If you are planning on flying, you will find
that most of these changes have occurred right at airports, namely airport
security checkpoints. If you are about
to head off to catch a flight, whether you leave tomorrow or in two weeks, it
is advised that you famialrize yourself with these new air travel rules, namely
the ones that are enforced at airport security checkpoints.
When it comes to
airport security checkpoints, there are many passengers who only think of one
checkpoint, but the reality is that there are actually three. The first checkpoint is when you go to
register for your seat on the plane. This is the time when you will be presented
with your boarding passes and when you must hand over the luggage that you
would like checked. In addition to
handing over your plane tickets or requesting your boarding passes, you will
need to show the proper forms of identification. These items most commonly
include a driver’s license or a government issued identification card.
Once you have
received all of your boarding passes, for all of your flights, you will need to
hand over your luggage that you will be leaving below in the plane. These bags
are commonly referred to as checked baggage or checked luggage. As with your carryon luggage, your checked
baggage will need to be checked for prohibited items. In the past, only a small
number of bags were hand checked, but now almost all are. Many of these checks are quick look-overs,
but you may be subject to a random, extensive search. This search often
includes the checking of all baggage compartments, as well as the wiping of a
cloth, which is looking for powdery substances.
When you have been
cleared to the next stage, you will need to go through the main airport
security checkpoints. This point is where you will be required to have your
carryon luggage scanned by an x-ray machine. You will also need to walk through
a metal detector. In the past, only random travelers were asked to remove their
shoes for checking. At the current time, all air travelers, with the exception
of those with a disability or hindering medical condition, are required to
remove their shoes. Your shoes will be x-rayed, along with the rest of your
carryon luggage.
By familiarizing
yourself with the items that are banned aboard an airplane, including items
that are only prohibited from being stored in your carryon luggage, an
unnecessary incident could be prevented. In the event that you are found
carrying a prohibited item, certain steps will be taken. Depending on the item
in question, you may be required to return the item to you car, discard of it,
mail it to your home, or turn it over to airport security. Ensuring that you leave all prohibited items
at home is the best way to prevent this unnecessary tie up, which may cause you
to miss your flight.
Once you have been
cleared at the main security checkpoint, you will need to go through one more
security checkpoint. This is the final step before being able to board your
airplane. When entering the airport
terminal, after your airline as granted permission for passengers to board, you
will need to present airline officials with the appropriate boarding pass. As this time you may need to show your
identification again; however, it isn’t always necessary. Most travelers are
easily able to board their airplane, but you may be pulled aside in the event
that you are acting suspicious or drawing unwanted attention to yourself. That
is why it is best that you stay calm during all airport checkpoints, including
the final boarding stage.
Perhaps, the best way
to ensure that your next flight is as pleasant as it can be is to follow all
air travel rules. Knowing these rules
ahead of time, including the screening process, you should ensure that you are
able to board your plane and make it to your intended destination without
incident.
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