Packing for airline travel requires advance planning and consideration. The following is a list of revised restrictions regarding what is permitted or banned from US flights by the Transportation Security Administration. Print the list and keep it in your luggage as quick and convenient reference when you prepare to travel or pack to return home.

Personal items permitted for carry-on

Solid Lipstick or Chapsticks

Laptop Computers, cell phones, pagers, handheld devices and cameras

Prescription Medication with Name on Label that matches the Passenger Ticket

Up to 4oz of non-prescription liquid medications, cough syrup, eye drops, contact lens solution or nasal spray

Up to 8oz of liquid or gel for low blood sugar treatment

Baby Formula or Breast Milk if traveling with an infant

Personal items banned from carry-on or carry-on luggage

Lighters

Toothpaste

Mouthwash

Perfumes and Colognes

All creams, lotions, sunscreens, first-aid creams, moisturizers and hand lotions

Shaving Creams

Hair Style Gels

Hair Spray (any kind)

Hair Strengthener or Detanglers

Mascara

Liquid Foundations (Make-up)

Make-up Remover or Face Cleanser

Nail Polish and Nail Polish Removers

Liquid Soaps

Liquid Sanitizers

Gel Deodorants

Spray Deodorants

Gel Cap Pills

Lips Gels, glosses or liquids (including Carmex)

Gel Shoe Inserts

Bubble Bath, including gels, oils, moisturizers and liquid filled bath balls

Gel candles

Bug Spray

Children's toys or figurines with gel inside

Baby teethers with liquid or gel

Food and Drinks banned

All beverages

Gel based Sports Supplements

Jellos

Puddings

Yogurts or any substance with gel-like qualities

Checking Luggage

As you prepare to pack your bags to reduce the carry-on luggage, please also consider the following

According to Consumer Reports, on average there were more than 10,000 mishandled luggage complaints a day against the large airlines in 2005. In addition, some travelers have reported an increase in theft from checked luggage. In calling the customer service lines of DELTA Airlines, the very courteous representative promptly read a script that DELTA Airlines is not responsible for electronics, jewelry or any other items stolen from checked luggage. Read the small print and think twice about what items you pack in luggage that you will check (especially if you travel through small airports).

* Please note that the list of approved items is subject to change by the TSA, and may also be subject to individual agent, airport or item interpretation.

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Words of Wisdom

"Please check your belongings and carry your valuables, unless it is against regulations in which case you should leave your belongings at home."
- DELTA Customer Service Representative

"Remember that happiness is a way of travel - not a destination."
- Roy M Goodman

"Travel is only glamorous in retrospect.."
- Paul Theroux

"If someone makes the effort to invest and sacrifice the time it takes to travel to see you, do not question their commitment."
- John Mehrmann
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