Tips for getting through airport security during the busy Thanksgiving travel period:
— Arrive early.
— Put any loose metal items, such as coins, in a carry-on bag.
— Pack carry-on bags as neatly as possible, and layer items. For example, a layer of clothes, then a layer of electronics, then a layer of toiletries.
— Put large electronics, like laptops, in a separate bin.
— Wear shoes and clothing that are easy to remove before passing through the metal detector.
— Make sure liquids are in bottles containing no more than 3 ounces each, and put the bottles in a single quart-sized clear plastic bag. One bag per passenger.
— The liquid restriction applies only to carry-on bags. Pack larger quantities of liquids and gels in checked baggage. Travelers not familiar with the rules should place all liquids, gels and aerosols in checked baggage.
— Do not travel with wrapped packages. A security officer may need to unwrap and inspect them. If traveling with gifts, wrap them after reaching your destination.
——— Source: Transportation Security Administration via The Associated Press
