Sniffing your liquids
May 23, 2007
Frank@OBOW

The TSA will begin deploying handheld “sniffers” this summer to test carry-on liquids at US airports:

The handheld machines will not ease restrictions that limit passengers to carrying small containers of liquids and gels on board aircraft, TSA spokeswoman Ellen Howe said. They will primarily check bottles holding medicines, baby formula and other items that passengers can carry on board in unlimited quantities.

“It may not necessarily mean any specific benefit to the traveling public other than enhanced security,” Howe said. - USA TODAY

The Brits have already begun liquid spot checks with a decidedly low-tech method: litmus paper.
Article originally appeared on One-bag, carry-on, light travel tips, techniques, and gear (http://www.1bag1world.com/).
See website for complete article licensing information.