New EU baggage Rules
Update: Few delays as EU rules on baggage take effect
Agence France-Presse, Bloomberg News, International Herald Tribune, The Associated PressPublished: November 6, 2006
BRUSSELS: Traffic at EU airports suffered few delays Monday on the first day of strict new hand luggage regulations that limit the amount of liquids allowed on flights.
New EU rules limit passengers to carrying liquids in containers no larger than 100 milliliters, or 3.4 ounces, aboard planes, packed in transparent bags. The rules apply to all airports in the 25 EU nations and in Norway, Iceland, Croatia and Switzerland.
The list of liquids includes syrups, creams, lotions, oils, perfumes, sprays, hair and shower gels, shaving cream, pressurized deodorants, toothpaste, mascara, water and soft drinks.
The Association of European Airlines said most flights were running on schedule Monday with few delays, crediting public awareness campaigns for the smooth transition