Originally Posted by
JKPFlyer
Coming back from PERU, all passengers carry on bags were searched prior to boarding, but very superficial and quick searches, I think looking for liquids. They did announce several times that Liquids would not be allowed on board.
You'll also suffer your SSSS molestations at the gate in South America. These searches are required, I believe, because certain item bans are destination-specific, i.e., you can fly within most of South America with no liquid restriction, so the items won't necessarily be pulled at the main checkpoint.