Four items airplane passengers should never pack in their hand luggage
04.06.2024 - 16:21
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
UK holidaymakers are being urged to keep four things out of their hand luggage before heading to the airport this summer.
Even with rules on 100ml liquids set to eventually be scrapped from all UK airports, with Aberdeen Airport already having done so, there are still certain items which should be left at home., according to experts at Fulton Umbrellas.
On board baggage can be an ideal place to store things that you need to hand, but some stuff may be better off left in checked baggage. If not, such items could be confiscated at airport security, making for a disappointing start to a getaway.
First, tourists should be mindful about packing electronics that are powered by lithium ion batteries, reports the Express. Despite specific rules varying between airlines, generally passengers should only put electronics in their hand luggage that feature batteries that are between 100Wh and 160Wh.
The company also suggested that tourists should make sure that all devices are fully charged and switched off before being packed. Fulton Umbrellas also recommended that tourists are considerate over the types of food they pack in their carry-on cases.
Whilst many passengers typically put some food in their hand luggage to take home or have as a snack on the plane, items such as jams, soft cheese and chutneys could be confiscated as they count towards the 100ml limit on liquids.
In addition, different countries will impose further restrictions on certain types of food, meaning it is important to research banned items before travelling to avoid disappointment and confiscation.
The company also suggested that passengers should avoid packing some kinds of umbrella in their hand luggage, depending on their size. Whilst there are typically no