Airline passenger over the age of 16 must have a government-issued identification that matches up with the information given for the ticket purchase. Acceptable forms of Ids include passports and federal and state-issued photo identifications. Other permissible forms of identification include driver's licenses, tribal and military Ids. The identification should contain the name, gender, date of birth and the expiration date.
The rules prohibit traveling with sharp objects like razors, knives and box cutter. Do not travel with tools, guns or explosive materials. Most airlines allow one carry on baggage and one personal carry-on item, including laptops and purses. Typically, checked baggage must weigh less than 50 pounds; most airlines charge for additional or overweight luggage. Go to the airlines' website to find out the dimensions and restrictions for carry-on and checked baggage.
The maximum volume of liquids, gels or aerosols each traveler may carry on board a commercial airliner consists of 3.4 ounce or 100 milliliters containers. Passengers cannot travel with half-full containers or rolled-up toothpaste tubes. Place the items in one clear it through for x-raying. These rules do not include medication. Passengers may carry a reasonable amount of baby formula over the 3.4 limit and do not have to put the formula in a plastic bag.
