security question

I’m just back from a trip to lanzarote and I put my camera equipment into my briefcase because it is EXACTLY the maximum dimensions stated. I usually use a Lowepro mini-trecker but no way was I risking having to put it into the hold.

Having said that I did see people with quite large small bags ( if you see what I mean ). I guess it depends on the individual security staff you come across.

My bag wouldn’t fit when going to LHR but I just whent through and nobody botherd. It should get on pretty easily.

This is what it says, and the dimensions are stated clearly enough! My Samsonite shoulder bag fits nicely within this and so I’m ready for my USA flight on Friday.

“Each passenger is permitted to carry ONE item of cabin baggage through the airport security search point. The dimensions of this item must not exceed: a maximum length of 45 cm, width of 35 cm and depth of 16 cm (17.7″×13.7″×6.2″ approx) (including wheels, handles, side pockets etc.). Other bags, such as handbags, may be carried within the single item of cabin baggage. All items carried by passengers will be x-ray screened.”

Have a look here for the Departments for Transports latest rulings.

http://www.dft.gov.uk/stellent/groups/dft_about/documents/page/dft_about_612280.hcsp

I would guess your rucksack looks a little too large.

1L.