From September 1 passengers flying out of Kerry Airport will encounter temporary changes to the security screening rules for liquids, aerosols, and gels (LAGS) in their carry-on luggage.

These changes are  a precautionary measure by the European Commission in response to a temporary technical issue with specific screening equipment.

What You Need to Know:
Pack Smart (100ml or Less): Passengers can bring LAGS in containers of 100 milliliters (ml) or less inside their cabin baggage.

There are no restrictions on the number of containers or the type of LAG (as long as they are not dangerous goods) and you don't need to place them in a separate plastic bag.

Larger Containers (Exemptions Apply): Containers exceeding 100ml will only be accepted if they contain baby food/milk, medicines, or special dietary requirements. These items must be presented separately at the security screening point outside of your cabin baggage.

They also don't need to be in a plastic bag, but will undergo additional screening after passing through the x-ray machine.

Oversized or Non-Exempt Containers: Any other LAGS in containers larger than 100ml will be rejected at security. Passengers will be asked to dispose of these items or pack them in their checked baggage (if applicable).

Important Notes:
The security screening equipment itself is safe, and there is no new threat information prompting these changes.

This is a temporary precaution, and Kerry Airport expects to resume allowing all LAGS inside cabin baggage sometime in 2025.

For more information on these temporary changes, visit the Kerry Airport website: https://KerryAirport.ie/lags-changes-explained/