FAA Guidelines
 
Time Factors, Curbside Check In
-The heightened security measures require more time to screen travelers.  Clients should   contact their airline to find out how early they should arrive at the airport.
-Travelers should take public transportation when possible to the airport.  Parking and curbside access is likely to be controlled and limited.
-Curbside check in is available on an airline basis.  Travelers should contact their airline to see if curbside check in is in place at the airports they will be using.
 
Check In
-A government-issued photo ID (federal, state or local) is required.  Travelers might be asked to show this ID at subsequent points after the initial check in, such as at the gate, along with their boarding passes.
-Automated check–in kiosks are available for airlines that have appropriate security measures in place.  Travelers should check with their airline to see if this option is available at the airport they will be using.
-E-ticket travelers should check with their airline to make sure they have proper documentation.  Written confirmation such as a letter from the airline acknowledging the reservation might be required.
 
Screening Checkpoints
-Only ticketed passengers are allowed beyond screener checkpoints, except for people accompanying travelers who require assistance due to medical or parental needs.
Each traveler will be limited to one carry on bag and one personal bag (i.e. purse or briefcase).
 
-All electrical items, such as laptops and cell phones, might be subjected to additional screening. Be prepared to remove your laptop from its travel case so that both items can be X-rayed separately.
-Passengers should limit the amount off metal objects worn on his or her person.
-Travelers should remove all metal objects prior to passing through the metal detectors to facilitate the screening process.
           
Items Prohibited From Aircraft Cabins
The following items must be in, or transported as, checked baggage or risk confiscation.  When in doubt, transport item in checked baggage.
-Knives of any length, composition or description
-Cutting instruments of any kind, including knives and box cutters (and spare blades), any device   with a folding or retractable blade, ice picks, straight razors, metal scissors and metal nail files.

• Corkscrews
• Baseball or softball bats
• Golf clubs
• Pool Cues
• Ski poles
• Hockey sticks

Items Permitted To Be Carried On To Airplanes
Walking canes and umbrellas (once inspected to ensure prohibited items are not concealed)

• Electric razors
• Syringes (with documented proof of medical need)
• Tweezers
• Eyelash curlers

What To Expect At The Gate
-Travelers must be prepared to present a valid photo ID along with their boarding pass
-Travelers and their bags might be subjected to additional screening

In General
-Clients should control all bags and personal items
-Clients should not carry anything on board for another person
-Clients should report any unattended items in the airport or aircraft to the nearest airport or airline personnel