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Security Update
Important security information issued by the Department for Transport that you need to observe. Please read this notification before you fly.
Hand Baggage Update: 04 January 2008
There is no immediate plan for Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield to relax the ‘one bag’ ruling which would allow passengers to take more than one item of baggage through the Airport security processing area.
The continuation of the ‘one bag’ rule will help maintain the timely processing of passengers and ensure that wait times and queue lengths at Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield are kept to a minimum.
Security Update: 02 July 2007
Following the recent incident at Glasgow Airport on 30th June 2007, Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield is operating 'business as usual', however, passengers are being advised to allow plenty of time to pass through the Airport. All passengers should remain vigilant at all times and to report anything suspicious to the Police.
Below is a guide to the requirements that are in place as well as advice to help passengers pass through the security check as quickly as possible. Passengers are advised to check in as early as possible, to allow sufficient time to pass through security while the heightened security measures are in effect.
Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield would like to remind passengers to observe the following guidelines:
On 06 November 2006 new security measures came into effect for all passengers departing from all UK Airports, including Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield. This Direction came into effect at 0200 on Monday 06 November 2006.
The Airport's website robinhoodairport.com features the latest information on security measures for passengers travelling from the Airport.
In order to protect passengers against the new danger posed by liquid explosives, the European Union (EU) has issued new security provisions. The new regulations apply to all Airports within the EU and Norway, Iceland & Switzerland until further notice.
Passengers should take note of the new security regulations for hand luggage and take them into account when planning a journey. It is still possible to pack liquids in hold luggage that is checked in. The new rules only apply to hand luggage.
Cabin baggage (also known as Hand baggage)
Each passenger is permitted to carry ONE item of cabin baggage through the airport security search point the dimensions of which must not exceed: a maximum length of 56 cm, width of 45 cm and depth of 25 cm (including wheels, handles, side pockets, etc).
All laptops and large electrical items (e.g. large hairdryer) are permitted but must be removed from the bag to be x-rayed.
In addition to the one item permitted above, each passenger is permitted to carry through the airport security search point one musical instrument in its case (no items other than the instrument and its accessories may be carried in the case).
All coats and/or jackets must be removed and you may also be requested to remove your shoes.
All the above items must be x-ray screened.
Pushchairs, walking aids and wheelchairs are permitted but they must be x-ray screened whenever possible.
All liquids shall be presented at the search point for examination. Liquids allowed through the search point include gels, pastes, lotions, liquid/solid mixtures and the contents of pressurised containers, e.g. toothpaste, hair gel, drinks, soups, syrups, perfume, deodorant, shaving foam, aerosols, etc.
The “Liquid” must be in a container with a capacity no greater than 100ml (or equivalent), provided that (i) the container(s) is/are carried in one transparent re-sealable plastic bag of a capacity not exceeding 1 litre (up to 10 x 100ml items per person), (ii) the contents of the plastic bag fit comfortably and (iii) the bag is completely closed.
Essential medicines in liquid form sufficient for the trip (e.g. diabetic kit), as long as they are verified as authentic in accordance with Department for Transport guidance
Baby milk, liquid baby food or special dietary requirement food stuff in liquid form sufficient and essential for the trip (the contents of each bottle or jar must be tasted by the accompanying passenger).
Further details may be found at www.dft.gov.uk
- New EU Security Rules at Airports_November 2006
- Download clear instructions on how to plan your baggage - November 2006
Advance Passenger Information: Information for air travellers between the UK and Spain: Updated 18 J
18 June 2007
Advance Passenger Information: Information for air travellers between the UK and Spain.
The Spanish Government have introduced new requirements meaning that airlines have to provide certain personal information about all travellers on their aircraft to the Spanish authorities before the aircraft leaves the UK. The new rules apply from 19 June 2007.
The procedure collects information from passports. Advance Passenger Information (API) information (which includes full name, nationality, date of birth, passport number) can be found on a traveller's passport.
The data is collected at the Airport at the same time as check-in. Some airlines will begin collect the data in advance, usually at the time of booking. Passengers travelling from Robin Hood Airport to Spain should return to the point of booking with any questions relating to API’s.
For further information, visit the Department for Transport website by clicking here