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Last updated: 27 September 2006 15:30 HKT
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Passengers travelling from UK or connecting onto British Airways (BA) flights from London
The Department for Transport in the UK announced changes to the UK's aviation security measures, notably increases to the size of cabin baggage that can be taken onboard an aircraft. The changes came into effect on Friday 22 September 2006.
All passengers starting their journey at a UK airport and those transferring from international flights at a UK airport are required to be aware of the following:
The new hand baggage restrictions are as follows:
1. ONE item only of cabin baggage is permitted through the airport security search point, the dimensions of this item must not exceed: a maximum length of 56 cm, width of 36 cm and depth of 23 cm (22.0" x 14" x 9") (including wheels, handles, side pockets etc.). Other bags, such as handbags, may be carried within the single item of cabin baggage. All items carried by passengers will be x-ray screened.
2. Musical instruments which do not fit in the permitted cabin baggage size (maximum length of 56 cm, width of 36 cm and depth of 23 cm (22.0" x 14" x 9")(including wheels, handles, side pockets etc.)) are allowed as a second item of cabin baggage, and will need to be screened. Larger instruments (e.g. cellos) are also permitted into the cabin following screening. Passengers should contact Cathay Pacific Reservation office for special arrangements.
3. No liquids of any kind are permitted. The definition of liquids includes gels, pastes, lotions, liquid/solid mixtures, aerosol spray and the contents of pressurised containers (for example, toothpaste, hair gel, drinks, soups, syrups and perfume). These must be checked in as hold baggage.
4. Cigarette lighters are NOT permitted in hold baggage or through the security search. These may be purchased airside.
5. The bag CAN now include:
* Electronic equipment including mobile phones, digital cameras and MP3 players (such as iPods)
* Prescription medicines in liquid form, sufficient and essential for the flight and verified as authentic; baby milk and liquid baby food (which must be tasted by the accompanying passengers).
6. Laptops must be removed from the bag for X-ray.
7. Pushchairs and walking aids are permitted but must be X-ray screened. Wheelchairs are also permitted but must be thoroughly searched.
All remaining items in pockets - for example, car keys and fobs, cash, solid food, books, newspapers, cigarettes and tobacco - should be placed in the clear plastic bag provided. Please note that passengers may be subject to a hand search by the security team and required to remove footwear to be x-ray screened.
There are no changes to current security measures for hold baggage.
Passengers are advised to check in as normal but to expect delays.
Other General Information:
Passengers are advised to pre-pack their hand carry items in their check-in baggage. Passengers are also advised not to pack valuables or fragile items in their checked in baggage. Cathay Pacific will not assume liability for any loss or damage of such items checked in. Passengers are advised to check they are covered for loss or damage under their own personal insurance.
For more information, you may visit the following sites:
UK Department for Transport :
www.dft.gov.uk
British Airport Authority:
www.baa.com
Note: This is linking to an external website. Cathay Pacific Airways is not responsible or liable for the information contained in any external websites
* These arrangements are subject to change by the British Airport Authority and the British Department for Transport. Passengers will be advised of any changes accordingly.