Carry on Luggage - LAGS

by Katherine Terry

We have just received notification from the Airport Company South Africa (ACSA) that as from the 01 June 2007 they have restricted the amount of Liquids, Aerosols, and Gels that passengers may take on board in their hand luggage on flights, to protect against the threat of liquid explosives.

This brings South Africa in line with most international airports, however at this stage it only applies on regional flights such as Victoria Falls, Maun and Livingstone – and passengers departing internationally from South African Airports.

LAG stands for Liquids, Aerosols and Gels. Generally speaking if you can POUR it, SQUEEZE it, SPREAD it, SMEAR it, SPRAY it, or SPILL it, it is considered a LAG. This list includes but is not limited to: Syrups, Creams, Lotions, Perfumes, Mascara, Lip Gloss, Water, Shaving Foam, Toothpaste, Shampoo, Shower Gel etc

You may only carry LAGS in your hand luggage that have a maximum capacity of 100 milliliters each. You may carry several containers with liquid content and these containers must be packed in a resalable, transparent plastic bag (Zip Lock). The bag must not exceed 1 liter (that’s about 20cm x 20cm). It must be possible to open and reseal the bag and each passenger must carry ONLY ONE of these bags. These bags need to be removed from your hand luggage and present to security for personnel inspection.

There are certain exceptions to this rule and these are as follows:

You may carry medication in your hand luggage or check it ins. If you carry it in your hand luggage it will be inspected by security personal to ensure prohibited items are not being concealed. We recommend you carry a note from your doctor detailing the medication.

If you are traveling with a baby, formula and baby milk is exempted provided you are traveling with your baby. You may be asked to taste your formula or milk in the presence of the security personnel.

If you have a special diet, you may also be required to prove the necessity and authenticity of the liquids in your possession.

And finally a word on Duty Free!

These regulations will not apply to Duty Free Purchases. However, items purchased in the Duty Free retail environment of South Africa’s international airports will be given to you in a special sealed bag. Do not open this until you have reached your final destination. You must also retain your proof of purchase. Also do not be tempted to purchase wine at wine estates, and carry them as hand luggage as these will be confiscated by security.

For more information we recommend you refer directly to the ACSA Website.

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