Can I take other things in my carry-on, other than liquids?

I usually just take my laptop case as my carry on...and all my toiletries are in my checked bag. Can I still take my laptop case with me? In it, I have my laptop, and power supply...a book, my ipod, and my knitting...

Do you think I can still take this with me? I have to fly home tomorrow night....Thanks.

Re: Can I take other things in my carry-on, other than liquids?

From what I heard this morning, they were only allowing a small wallet, but I could be wrong

Re: Can I take other things in my carry-on, other than liquids?

i would think yes, but call the airline...the less you bring, probally the better....this is mostly liquid and gels

Re: Can I take other things in my carry-on, other than liquids?

From what I'm hearing, no. I would call and double check on anything you plan to carry on and leave very very early for the airport. I'm hearing the lines are soooo long.

Re: Can I take other things in my carry-on, other than liquids?

Kim - I just got this off of Continental's website, it looks like the restriction for hand baggage (handbags, laptops, etc,) is only restricted on those flights into and out of the UK, not the US

Travel Notices



Current as of Thu., Aug. 10, 2006 5:00 a.m. Central. Information is updated as it is received.

For all flights to, from, and within the United States
The Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security has determined that there is a high risk of terrorism against U.S. civil aviation, and the need for extra restrictions to assure the security of air travel.

On instruction from the Transportation Security Administration, Continental Airlines advises customers that no liquids or gels are permitted inside the sterile area through the screening checkpoint or be in accessible baggage or on one's person except:

Baby formula, breast milk, or juice if a baby of small child is traveling
Prescription medicine with a name that matches the passenger's ticket
Insulin and essential other non-prescription medicines
In addition, customers may not bring liquids and gels purchased inside the sterile area onboard the aircraft. Examples of liquids and gels include beverages, shampoo, suntan lotion, creams, toothpaste, hair gel and items of a similar consistency.

These measures apply to all scheduled and charter flight operations that depart from and operate within the United States and its territories and possessions.

All passengers are advised to travel light. Accessible property should have minimal clutter to expedite the screening process.

Passengers should check-in as normal, but should expect longer processing times at the airport.

Continental Airlines regrets any inconveniences caused.

For all flights departing from the United Kingdom
Continental Airlines advises passengers that no items of hand baggage can be carried on board any aircraft departing any UK airport. The UK Government has advised that this instruction will apply to all airlines operating from UK airports.

Passengers may only take through the airport security search point, the following items in a single (ideally transparent) plastic bag:

Travel documents essential for the journey (eg passports, tickets and visas)

Pocket sized wallets and pocked sized purses plus contents (for example money, credit cards and identity cards). Handbags are not permitted.

Prescribed medicines essential for the duration of the flight, except in liquid form unless verified as authentic.

Spectacles and sunglasses, without cases.

Contact lenses, without bottles of solution

For those traveling with an infant: baby food, milk and sanitary items essential for the flight.

Keys (but no electrical key fobs).

Every other item must be carried in customer’s checked luggage.

No electrical or battery powered items including laptops, mobile phones, ipods, remote controls etc can be carried in the cabin and must be checked as baggage.

Passengers are advised to check-in as normal but to expect delays at all UK airports.

Continental Airlines regrets any inconvenience caused.

Continental Airlines will not accept for travel any customers not complying with this Government instruction.

Message edited 8/10/2006 9:22:13 AM.

Re: Can I take other things in my carry-on, other than liquids?

Thanks Michele....sent you FM.

Re: Can I take other things in my carry-on, other than liquids?

crap! Now i have to repack my suit cases

Message edited 8/10/2006 9:30:05 AM.

Re: Can I take other things in my carry-on, other than liquids?

Man, I wish it was always like that with carry ons! Flying would be so much quieter, nicer and streamlined.
No more waiting for someone to lift there huge carry on up which they can't lift... etc.

Re: Can I take other things in my carry-on, other than liquids?

I think you will be fine with your laptop. Make sure it is charged, they may make you turn it on.

Re: Can I take other things in my carry-on, other than liquids?

I can't find anything on US Airways website. I am flying them tomorrow to Mexico, with a stopover in Charlotte.

SO CONFUSED how to pack now!!!