Extra security measures have been implemented due to concerns about a heightened terrorism threat to aviation, particularly concerning flights to, from or via the United States and United Kingdom. Electronic devices are being targeted by security as they have the potential to be concealed as hidden explosives. At present, the Terrorism Alert Level for Australia remains unchanged.
With the new airport security rules in USA and UK, you may be asked to turn on any electrical or battery-powered device to prove its functionality. If your device does not turn on, it may be confiscated and you denied boarding the plane. Main airlines effected by these new rules include Qantas, Virgin, Emirates, Etihad, British, Delta and all carriers that fly to, from or via USA and UK.
Some important things to remember:
- Ensure all electronic devices have enough battery power to be turned on at security if requested.
- Security may request this at any airport, not just those traveling to and from or via USA/UK.
- Ensure devices are not completely drained of power whilst in transit or on plane.
- There are limited opportunities to recharge devices within airports.
- Devices that cannot be turned on at security may be confiscated or you may be denied boarding the plane.
- Any device that contains a lithium battery must be carried in carry on luggage.
- Smart idea to keep all chargers in hand luggage with you.
- Ensure devices are not completely drained of power whilst in transit or on plane.
- There are limited opportunities to recharge devices within airports.
- Devices that cannot be turned on at security may be confiscated or you may be denied boarding the plane.
- Any device that contains a lithium battery must be carried in carry on luggage.
- Smart idea to keep all chargers in hand luggage with you.
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