New regulations for hand luggage

New regulations for hand luggage on all flights originating in EU countries and on connecting flights from Europe.

Please note that with effect from 6 November 2006 on flights originating in the EU, as well  on connecting flights from Europe, there will be restrictions on liquids which can be taken into the cabin. This also includes passengers flying from a non EU airport who have to transit/transfer at any EU airport. Furthemore included are all flights within Germany.

Liquid and gel products, e.g. toiletries and cosmetics, are permitted in hand luggage, provided they conform to the following regulations:

• Containers with liquids and similar products may hold up to 100 ml (i.e. the maximum capacity when full as printed on the container)

• All individual containers must be carried together in a transparent, re-sealable (e.g. ‘ziploc’) plastic bag, with a maximum capacity of one litre

• Only one bag is permitted per person

• The bag must be shown separately at the Security Control

Medicines and special food (e.g. liquid baby food) required during the flight do not need to be carried in the plastic bag. However these items must also be presented at Security.

Items and bags which do not meet these criteria may not be taken on board the plane and will be discarded by secyurity personnel. A similar regulation has been in force since 29 September 2006 on flights and connecting flights in the USA..

Duty free items, purchased at airports within the European Union or on board an EU-registered airline, e.g. on a Lufthansa flight, may be carried on board in a sealed bag, with accompanying proof of purchase dated the same day (not applicable on codeshare flights). The bag is sealed at the point of purchase at the EU duty free outlet.

Please check the latest regulations immediately before your departure with your airline.