B2 Unit 1e Flashcards
Baggage/Passenger Security + Anti-hijacking Inspection
How many were killed in the 9/11 attacks?
2,819 people.
What two instructions give guidance for all circumstances that are baggage related?
AFI 24-605V2 and DoDI 4515.13
How many carry-on items are allowed?
One
How many personal items are allowed?
One
What are linear inches?
The sum of the length, width, and height of baggage
What is the weight and size limit for hand-carried items?
Weight is not considered. Less than 45 linear inches
How many checked bags are allowed?
Two
What is the weight and size limit for each of the bags?
70 pounds and 62 linear inches per checked bag
Who is authorized excess baggage?
Space-R if authorized on travel orders (expressed in pieces of allowed)
How many extra pieces would extra bags weighing 240 pounds be?
Four pieces of excess baggage (weight / 70, round up)
What is pooling of baggage?
Passengers traveling as a group/family may pool their baggage together to “side-step” the two baggage per person limit
What are the only exception to baggage rules?
Mobility devices will not count as checked baggage and must not exceed 100 pounds
How will bulky items (golf bags, musical instruments, etc.) be counted?
Only one bulky item per passenger and will be counted as a checked bag
What must be attached to checked bags before checking in?
Baggage identification tags (highly recommended, not mandatory, for hand-carried items)
What four ID tags are acceptable?
Personal luggage tags, commercial airline tags, DD Form 1839, AMC Form 20-ID
What two special ID tags are reserved for Distinguished Visitors and Emergency Leave flyers?
AMC Form 20-DV / AMC Form 20-EL
What colors are AMC Form 20-DV and AMC Form 20-EL?
Pink and white (DV) and green and white (EL)
What regulation does AMC follow for prohibited items?
Travel Security Administration (TSA) regulation
Can weapons be transported?
Yes, if placed in checked baggage and declared
Whom do PSAs call when finding improperly un/documented firearms?
Security Forces
How will firearms be transported?
Unloaded and locked in TSA approved case
How much ammunition may be allowed on a checked bag?
11 pounds
What request can passengers make as an alternative to X-ray examination of their hand-carried items?
Visual inspection
What request can passengers make to prevent removal of steel-toe boots?
Handheld wand examination, however PSA can still require removal of footwear