V-Flyer

We fly to Europe three or four times a year and being shortish journeys l don't take any make up etc in my hand luggage.
I have just purchased a BAA approved clear plastic cosmetic case that contains various clear bottles. I only wish to take cleanser, moisturiser and basic ingredients for a re- make up before landing in SFO.
So to the security questions.
Am l correct in saying that this will have to be placed directly on to the tray for screening, also, my I Pad and I Pod have protective casing, does this have to be removed or can they go on to the tray as they are.
Simple question l know, but l get really rattled when folk present themselves at security and then start unloading their carry on.....l like to be prepared!
Any other tips gratefully appreciated.
Thank You

When you go through security in the UK, place your iPad and bag of liquids in a separate tray to everything else. Your iPod will be fine staying in your bag.

When leaving the US, your iPad can stay in your cabin bag as the TSA do not require them to be screened separately.

I've never had to remove my iPad when going through security in the UK??

Neil wrote:I've never had to remove my iPad when going through security in the UK??

Neither had I until the other week when I got a long condescending lecture about having to take it out of the bag by BAA.

They then accused me of lying when I said I'd never had to take it out of my bag before. Charming people.

Some TSA agents think travelers should remove the iPads and tablets (Kindles, Playbooks, etc).

Rule: Not to remove
Easier: Remove and set next to laptop in bucket

I've never taken my iPad out of my bag in the US as the TSA Blog stated they were "security friendly". I've even asked a couple of TSA officers and they said that it is still the same policy at the moment.

http://blog.tsa.gov/2010/04/traveling-w ... s-and.html

I've read the rules, but some TSA and UK security staff think and act differently, and so I always take my iPad out and put it in the tray with my laptop.

Tinkerbelle wrote:I've never taken my iPad out of my bag in the US as the TSA Blog stated they were "security friendly". I've even asked a couple of TSA officers and they said that it is still the same policy at the moment.

http://blog.tsa.gov/2010/04/traveling-w ... s-and.html

Oh I agree. I just rather avoid the "Rule says I don't have to take it out" talk with a TSA agent. TSA agents tend to be on power trips. I personally prefer not to talk to them. They tend not to be the sharpest pencil in the bunch...

Interesting will see what happens on my next trip.

Once more, many thanks for your help, tis much appreciated.

IF IN DOUBT, TAKE IT OUT ! Simples

SNOMO wrote:IF IN DOUBT, TAKE IT OUT ! Simples

Yeah, and as a very new owner of an iPad I got told off for taking it out in SFO!!

I had to take my kindle and the Kids DS's out at LHR last week

I had to take an umbrella out of my bag in Dublin.

Always have to remove iPad and liquids in UK and shoes back from USA