RELEASE

Tegucigalpa, June 18th, 2018. Aeropuertos de Honduras  informs the general public that by provisions of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will implement as of Saturday, June 30th, new restrictions for “Powder Substances ” in  hand luggage, specifically for international flights going to the United States.

Passengers will be allowed to carry powdered substances up to a maximum of 11 ounces (325ml), if the amount is equal to or greater than 12 ounces (350ml) that is, the equivalent of a can of soda, the products will be removed from hand  baggage.-  For this reason we recommend travelers to place the powdered substances above 12 ounces in checked baggage with the airline.

The powdered substances without limit of size allowed in the carry-on luggage are: Formula or milk powder for baby, medicines under medical prescription and ashes (human remains).

Powder products purchased in the airports Duty Free equivalent to 12 ounces (350 ml) or more, must be sealed in a security bag authorized by the TSA Secure Tamper Evident bag (Steb) which will provide such  duty free store .

Aeropuertos de Honduras will have at their disposal the customer service staff who will attend any information or request from passengers