NEW SECURITY MEASURES AT GRANTLEY ADAMS

UNCLAS BRIDGETOWN 001292 SIPDIS SIPDIS EEB/TRA/AN FOR JOEL REIFMAN TSA FOR LORETTA MCNEIR SIPDIS WHA/CAR FOR ALAIN NORMAN E.O. 12958: N/A TAGS: EAIR ASEC SUBJECT: NEW SECURITY MEASURES AT GRANTLEY ADAMS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (BGI) ¶1. (U) Summary: The Director of Civil Aviation in Barbados reported new security measures that have been implemented at the Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) for the screening of liquids, gels, and aerosols. The new requirements were created to establish a uniform plan that will satisfy American, European, and regional carriers, all of which previously had varying individual requirements. Both the Civil Aviation Directorate and BGI will be responsible for enforcement of the new policy. ¶2. (U) Persons with carry-on bags may travel with a single quart-size, zip-lock bag, clear plastic bag containing liquids, gels and aerosols of no more than 3.4 ounces. Half-filled larger containers and rolled up toothpaste tubes are not allowed. Gallon-size bags and fold-over sandwich bags are also prohibited. ¶3. (U) Greater quantities will be allowed for persons traveling with babies and toddlers, as well as persons with disabilities and medical conditions. Allowable items include: baby formula and breast mile; all prescription and over-the-counter medications such as eye drops and saline solution for medical purposes and liquids or gels. Items used to augment the body for medical or cosmetic reasons, such as mastectomy products, prosthetic breasts, bras or shells containing gels will also be allowed. ¶4. (U) All other normal liquids must be stored in checked luggage and cigarette lighters are expressly prohibited. FISHER