INDIANAPOLIS – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) doesn’t want passengers departing Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to be caught in the dark: Tuesday, April 9 is expected to be a busy day with high throughput volumes.
Currently, travel volumes at IND for next Tuesday are projected to be about 40 percent higher than the volume seen on a typical Tuesday. The busiest times of day will be 5-8 a.m. and 2-5 p.m.
“Planning is critical when traveling on busy days like this,” TSA Indiana Federal Security Director Aaron Batt said. “Arriving at the airport with extra time and knowing what can and can’t be packed in carry-on and checked bags will save you time and keeps things moving quickly at checkpoints.”
Here are a few tips that will, beyond a shadow of a doubt, help passengers navigate the screening process efficiently and safely.
- Arrive to the airport at least two hours before your scheduled flight, and give yourself plenty of time for every step of your travel journey – including parking or being dropped off, checking bags, and making your way to your gate.
- Be ready at the checkpoint. Before you approach, take a few moments to find your ID and secure any loose items in your carry-on bag. All screening lanes at IND are equipped with state-of-the-art Computed Tomography (CT) technology, which allows passengers to leave liquids, laptops, and other electronic devices inside their carry-on bags. If you have any questions, ask an officer, who can help shed light on the best way to move through the process.
- Remember the 3-1-1 rule when packing liquids for carry-on bags. Liquids are limited to 3.4 ounces or less, packed in a quart-sized bag and limited to one bag per passenger. Solid foods (like sunflower seeds and moon pies) can be carried on, but if you can spill it, spray it, spread it, pump it, or pour it, it needs to go in checked baggage.
- Unsure if an item should be packed in a carry-on bag, checked bag, either or neither? Download the free MyTSA app, which has a handy “What can I bring?” feature that allows you to type in the item to find out if it can fly. Or ask on X or Facebook Messenger at @AskTSA. Travelers may send a question by texting “Travel” to AskTSA (275-872).
- Travelers or families of passengers who need assistance may call the TSA Cares helpline toll-free at 855-787-2227 at least 72 hours prior to travel with any questions about screening procedures and to find out what to expect at the security checkpoint. TSA Cares also arranges assistance at the checkpoint for travelers with specific needs.