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Changes to security procedures on 1 June 2024
New regulations come into effect on 1 June 2024 which require UK airports to upgrade their X ray screening equipment for hand baggage to enhance the security experience for passengers.
From this date, passengers will be able to:
- Bring liquids in containers of up to 2 litres in hand baggage.
- Passengers should note that all liquids will need to be removed from hand baggage and liquid containers of 100ml or less should be placed in plastic bags measuring 20cm by 20cm in trays for screening.
- Leave all electronic devices in their hand baggage for screening.
Body scanners will be used to screen passengers. Passengers are able to request an alternative search method.
Security requirements will vary depending on the equipment used and passengers should check the guidance for each airport through which they will travel on their journey after this date.
We advise that passengers check the security procedures for all airports they will be travelling through in advance of journeys.
As everyone gets used to the new security procedures, please allow extra time to pass through security.
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Sumburgh Airport is the main airport serving Shetland, providing a vital link to the community and visitors alike.
Located on the southern tip of the mainland, in the parish of Dunrossness, passengers are treated to stunning views of the area as they come into land.
Sumburgh has many well-known attributes but is probably most famous for its puffin community, which all roost on Sumburgh Head, near the airport.
The airport connects with Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness and Kirkwall Airports. In the summer there is an additional Saturday service to Bergen, Norway, running from end of May until late August.
More Tourist Information
Find out more about the Islands of Opportunity by visiting shetland.org or VisitScotland.com and start planning your trip.