Wednesday, December 1, 2010

TSA’s Rules For Carry-on Liquids Apply to Children

The TSA rules for liquids are described as the 3-1-1. Meaning 3 ounces, 1 quart, 1 bag,  It is a security measure that helps insure the safety of all passengers.  Each passenger, including children, is allowed to bring a clear one quart zip top bag.  Make sure that all liquids or gels are in a 3 ounce or smaller container.  Place all of your liquids into the clear plastic bag, and then put that on the top of everything in your carry-on bag.  After you arrive at the airport, and are going through security, the clear plastic bag can easily be removed from your carry-on and placed into the security bin.  The TSA insists that you use a clear zip top bag.  Do not take larger than 3 ounces and partially filled bottles, or larger than 3 ounces partially filled tubes of anything, they are prohibited.  The rules about liquids are pretty clear, but the TSA has a great poster to demonstrate the 3-1-1. Certain medications in larger sizes are allowed.  For more information check the TSA website:  http://www.tsa.gov/311/index.shtm
We (www.luckylittletravelers.com) recommend that you look for TSA approved clear zip top bags that come as a kit in the travel section of most department stores.  The kits contain the correct size bottles.  They are inexpensive and easy to find.
Lucky Little Travelers is a website dedicated to families traveling with children. 

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