Originally Posted by Bart
This liquids restriction is rapidly becoming similar to the previous shoe-removal policy in that there is more guidance flooding out of TSA headquarters.
The bottom line is that TSA is seeking ways to streamline the policy, and it boils down to this: remove all liquids from your carry-on and have them x-rayed seprately if the liquids, lotions, gels, pastes, creams, or aerosols are:
baby milk, formula or juices
prescription or non-prescription medicine
items essential for medical purposes such as water, juices or nutrient-enriched liquids for diabetics (but not limited to just diabetics)
travel-sized toiletries (including cosmetics) 3.4 ounces in volume that are packed inside a quart or liter sized re-sealable, transparent plastic bag (limit one bag per passenger).
Otherwise, the item is prohibited in carry-on luggage.
You no longer have to "declare" your items in that the TSO doesn't have to annotate on the back of your boarding pass what sort of items you're carrying. There will still be a "declarations TSO" located in front of the checkpoint; however, the purpose of having this individual is strictly informative. Yes, the TSO may make a determination if you have too much in that if you claim juice for your toddler but are carrying a case of juice as opposed to a few bottles/packages which would seem a more reasonable amount. (My recommendation is to ask for a supervisor if this happens.)
Sounds like there is a bit of sanity at least. One thought based on this list:
I take a medicine that needs to be mixed with approximately 8 ounces of water to take. Obtaining that in coach isn't the easiest thing--would packing enough 8 ounce water bottles for the flight be ok? Note, also, that the package labelling makes no mention of mixing it with water, it just says "as directed". (I've had previous labels that didn't even list the dose to be taken, just "take as directed".) The packet of fine print in the box does mention the water requirement.