No liquids, gels in hand baggage

The ADAC, which manages the airports of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, has advised passengers to pack all liquid, aerosol and gel items not required during their flight in their check-in luggage.

Further, liquids, aerosols and gels required during the flight should be packed in accordance with the new restrictions, before passengers arrive at the airport.

According to the new rules, all liquids, aerosols and gels must be in containers of not more than 100ml each. Liquids, aerosols and gels in containers larger than 100ml will not be allowed, even if the container is partially-filled.

Containers must be placed in a transparent resealable plastic bag with a maximum capacity of one litre. These containers must fit comfortably into the transparent resealable plastic bag.

Each passenger will be allowed to carry only one transparent resealable plastic bag, which must be presented separately for screening. Exemptions will be made for medicines, baby food and special dietary items.

Abu Dhabi International Airport authorities will deploy staff at Terminal 2 to provide assistance to passengers in order to comply with the new regulations.

However, there is no restriction on purchase of liquids, aerosols and gels, including liquor and perfumes, at Abu Dhabi International Airport Terminal 2.

Passengers transiting or transferring to other airports should ensure that any liquids, aerosols or gels purchased at the airport are sealed in tamper-proof bags by the shops, with the receipt clearly attached to the sealed bags.

In case of queries or doubts regarding purchases, passengers may seek assistance from shop staff.

For more information on the new rules, passengers can check with their respective airlines or contact Abu Dhabi International Airport 02-5052570 or log into http://www.adac.ae