Heathrow Airport has announced that it will begin allowing passengers to carry liquids and laptops in their hand luggage when new 3D scanners are installed. The devices, which will cost £50m ($63m) over the next few years, uses the same technology as CT scanners. Unlike conventional x-rays, the scanners will generate very clear pictures of luggage content. Passengers can now check bags with a smartphone or tablet while they wait for security staff at Heathrow.
Heathrow Airport has announced that it will begin allowing passengers to carry liquids and laptops in their hand luggage when new 3D scanners are installed. The devices, which will cost £50m ($63m) over the next few years, uses the same technology as CT scanners. Unlike conventional x-rays, the scanners will generate very clear pictures of luggage content. The moves are hoped to reduce queue times at the UK's largest airport and cut plastic waste as it will eliminate a 2006 rule demanding liquids over 100 ml be placed into transparent bags during security checks.