Secure Flight is used behind the scenes in U.S. airports to analyze extra information that has been collected from passengers when they make flight reservations. This information includes name, birth date, gender and redress number (issued to air travelers who had problems with boarding planes in the past during the screening process). Once this information is collected by the airport it's sent to Secure Flight to see if a person is listed on the No Fly list or if they are to be a candidate for enhanced screening.
Screening is carried out in airports to protect air passengers from terrorists and criminal activities. All passengers, including the crew, are screened to ensure safety. All luggage and baggage and electronic equipment will be monitored and screened. Passengers must remove coat, shoes and belts to be individually screened, otherwise they will not be able to board a plane.
Carry-on items for small liquids, gels and aerosols must be 3.4 ounces or smaller. There are exceptions only for medical and health reasons. Only one zip-top plastic bag is allowed to carry items. These plastic bags must be individually examined and screened. Small handbags that can fit in compartments located over passenger seating is acceptable. Items such as sports equipment and tools are not permitted, and all personal bags will be screened before being permitted on board with passengers.
